Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
“It’s really __________ to incorporate changes at the last minute,” she said.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. difficult.
Context: The sentence is describing the nature of incorporating changes at the last minute. An adjective is required to modify the infinitive 'to incorporate.'
Meaning of the words:
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Difficulty – noun, incorrect in this context.
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Difficulties – plural noun, incorrect here.
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Difficult – adjective, correct to describe the act of incorporating changes.
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Most difficult – superlative adjective, not required since no comparison is made.
Correct word: Difficult, because it properly describes how hard it is to incorporate changes.
Final Sentence: “It’s really difficult to incorporate changes at the last minute,” she said.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.