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After considering the complex dispute, the chairman decided to seek the ________ of an experienced legal practitioner.

Which of the following words correctly completes the sentence above?

  1. counselAnswer
  2. B
    council
  3. C
    consul
  4. D
    councillor

Answer

counsel
The word 'counsel' functions as a noun meaning advice, guidance, or a legal advisor. In this context, seeking the 'counsel' of a legal practitioner fits the sentence accurately.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the sentence context to determine the required meaning.
The blank requires a noun meaning professional advice, guidance, or legal representation.
The chairman is reaching out to an experienced legal practitioner to obtain advice on a dispute.
2
Evaluate the homophones and confused words based on spelling and meaning.
'Counsel' means advice or legal adviser, whereas 'council' is an assembly/committee, 'consul' is a diplomatic official, and 'councillor' is a member of a committee.
Selecting 'counsel' provides the exact intended context of receiving legal advice.

Key Concept

Distinguishing between homophones and commonly confused nouns (counsel vs. council)
Estimated Time:45s
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