Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the sentence.
She was deeply effected by the news, to the point of tears.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. affected by.
Given phrase: effected by
Meaning: To be influenced or impacted by something.
Example: She was deeply affected by the news of the accident.
Other options:
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affected of → Incorrect usage
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effected from → Incorrect usage
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affect from → Incorrect usage
Final sentence: She was deeply affected by the news, to the point of tears.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.