In the following questions, a part of the sentence is given in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed your answer is (4)
As soon as winter sets in, the number of tourists start increasing suddenly.

Options

A. the number of tourists are increased
B. the amount of tourists start increasing
C. the number of tourists increases
D. No Improvement

Answer

C

Explanation

(3) When the Main clause is in the Simple Present Tense, a Simple Present Tense will be used in the Subordinate Clause. Hence, the number of tourists increases is the right usage.