Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The meeting closed with a vote of thanks.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. concluded.
"The meeting closed" means the meaning the meeting ended.
"Concluded" means brought to an official end, which is the proper verb for meetings.
The incorrect options:
Completed – Used for tasks, not events.
Finished – Sounds informal; less suitable for formal meetings.
Stopped – Implies an abrupt halt rather than a planned closure.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.