Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The treaty was signed by both parties to retain the status-quo.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3, i.e. current situation.
- "Current situation" is the most fitting option as it implies maintaining the existing state or circumstances, which aligns with the idea of retaining the status quo in the context of a treaty.
Therefore, the sentence can be rewritten as "The treaty was signed by both parties to maintain the current situation."