In the following sentence, identify the part that needs correction:

Global economic growth is slowing **more then was forecast** a few months ago.

Choose the correct replacement for the part in bold.

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In the following sentence, identify the part that needs correction:

Global economic growth is slowing **more then was forecast** a few months ago.

Choose the correct replacement for the part in bold.

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**Solution:**

1. The phrase in bold is "more then was forecast".

2. The word "then" is incorrect here; the correct word is "than" because it is used for comparison.

3. The verb "was forecast" is correct in singular form because it refers to "growth" which is singular.

4. Therefore, the correct phrase should be "more than was forecast".

**Answer:** "more than was forecast"

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