Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Affirmative
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Negative.
"Affirmative" means agreeing or confirming something, such as in response to a question or statement, indicating approval or consent. The opposite of this would be "Negative," which implies disagreement, rejection, or refusal.
The other options do not work as antonyms:
"Sanction" refers to approval or authorization.
"Acquiescence" means passive acceptance.
"Accession" means the act of joining or agreeing.