Choose the best word: 'The proposal was rejected ____ it did not meet the criteria.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. because
- Step 1: The clause gives the reason for rejection. Step 2. 'Because' introduces a reason. Answer: because. Why not the others: 'unless' sets a condition; 'whereas' contrasts two facts; 'although' concedes a point.
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