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Select the most appropriate word to complete the following sentence:

The _________ of the report made it difficult for the committee to reach a clear decision.

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 3

Option 1 -> veracity means truthfulness; a truthful report would aid, not hinder, decision-making.

Option 2 -> verbosity means wordiness; while lengthy, it doesn't necessarily prevent clear decisions.

Option 3 -> ambiguity means lack of clarity or vagueness; this directly prevents understanding and clear decision-making.

Option 4 -> validity means soundness or legitimacy; a valid report would support, not obstruct, decisions.


Hence, Option 3: ambiguity -> When a report is ambiguous (unclear, vague, or open to multiple interpretations), it creates confusion and makes it impossible for a committee to reach a clear, definitive decision. The lack of clarity in the report directly causes the difficulty in decision-making. -> correct

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