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Question : Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is 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.

The businessman is respectively connected.

  1. Respectfully
  2. Respectably
  3. Receptively
  4. No improvement

Option 1: 1

Option 2: 2

Option 3: 3

Option 4: 4


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: 2


Solution : The correct option is the second option.

Explanation:

Respectably means in a manner that is worthy of respect or in a respectable manner. In the context of the sentence, it indicates that the businessman is connected in a respectable or proper way.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Respectfully is used to indicate polite or courteous behaviour towards someone.
  • Receptively means being open to receiving or accepting something, such as ideas or information.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: The businessman is respectably connected .

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