Question

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been printed in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
What is the author trying to convey through the phrase 'companies are racing to outgreen each other'?

• A. The competition among companies to boost their bottom line profit is very stiff.
• B. The conflict facing businesses of whether to benefit their shareholders or the environment.
• C. Corporations are vying with each other to solicit investment.
• D. Companies are striving to find the necessary funds to finance their environment-friendly initiatives.
• E. None of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The competition among companies to boost their bottom line profit is very stiff.

The phrase means 'The competition among companies to boost their bottom line-profit is very stiff'.