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Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution required'.

When challenged, the man had no answer for his actions.

Option 1: No substitution required

Option 2: When in challenge

Option 3: When to be challenged

Option 4: While challenges


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: No substitution required


Solution : The correct answer is the first option.

Explanation : In the given sentence, when challenged is a participle phrase that correctly introduces the past event of the man being challenged. The phrase functions as an adverbial clause, providing information about the timing of the man's lack of an answer.

So, the correct sentence would be: "When challenged, the man had no answer for his actions."

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