Choose the word closest in meaning to 'scrutinize' in: 'Auditors were appointed to scrutinize all municipal expenditure records.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. examine
- Step 1: Scrutinize means to examine or inspect closely and thoroughly. Step 2. Examine matches this meaning directly. Answer: examine. Why not the others: Endorse means to approve; overlook means to fail to notice; redact means to censor or edit for publication.
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