Question

Comparative forms, such as "better” and "brighter” (picture 2), can be used in different constructions to convey different ideas. In which alternative below is the comparative form being used to express parallel increase?

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a. The more Mafalda eats soup, the stronger she gets.
b. According to Mafalda, little birds sing better than ever.
c. Mafalda thinks the soup today is worse than it was yesterday
d. For Mafalda, intravenous feeding is as tasty as soup.
e. Which is healthier for Mafalda, soup or sandwich?

Answer 1

a. The more Mafalda eats soup, the stronger she gets.