Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can replace the word printed in italics in the sentence without changing the meaning of the sentence. He decided to accost a big financier for his new scheme
A
employ
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B
consult
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C
hire
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D
deceive
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E
approach
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Solution
The correct option is D approach The highlighted word means 'speak to someone'.
Option E is correct. 'Approach', in this context, also means 'speak to someone'. Thus, it has the required meaning and is the correct answer.
Options A, B, C and D are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.
'Employ' and 'hire' mean 'give a job', 'consult' means 'ask for advice' and 'deceive' means 'mislead'.