prefer playing the drum to (playing) the piano.

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I prefer playing the drums to (playing) the piano.

Is it wrong to use 'playing' in the above sentence?

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I prefer playing the drums to (playing) the piano.

Is it wrong to use 'playing' in the above sentence?

Thanks.
No, it's not wrong.
 

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No, it's not wrong.
Thanks, Bhaisahab.

I prefer playing the drums to the piano.

Does it mean that the above sentence without 'playing' is wrong?
 

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Thanks, Bhaisahab.

I prefer playing the drums to the piano.

Does it mean that the above sentence without 'playing' is wrong?
No, that's not wrong either.
 

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Thanks, Bhaisahab.

Since both sentences are correct, which sentence should I use in an examination? Which is more commonly used by native speakers?
 

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Thanks, Bhaisahab.

Since both sentences are correct, which sentence should I use in an examination? Which is more commonly used by native speakers?
Both are common,. I would suggest "I prefer playing the drums to playing the piano" for an exam.
 
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