Question

    Given below is a sentence with one blank. Below the sentence are given four words among which one word might fill the blank. If none of the words fill the blank to form a meaningful sentence, choose option 5 ‘None of the above’ as your answer.

    The negotiations between the two countries were long and challenging, but diplomats remained hopeful that a ___________ agreement could be reached for the benefit of both parties.

    A Reciprocal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Contentious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Divergent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Repugnant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: "Reciprocal" means mutual or shared. The sentence talks about an agreement that benefits both parties. The other options (contentious, divergent, repugnant) do not fit the context of a beneficial agreement.

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