Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
The committee worked up the matter for two hours but could not reach any consensus.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. talked over.
"Worked up" is incorrect because it typically means to become upset or excited, which does not fit the context of what the committee was doing.
"Discussed" is the correct verb to use in this context, as it means to talk about a subject with someone and share ideas or opinions.
So, the improved sentence is "The committee discussed the matter for two hours but could not reach any consensus."