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    Question

    In the questions given below, a part of the sentence is

    given in bold . Below each sentence, some phrases are given which can substitute the bold part. Identify the phrase that can correctly replace the bold part. If the sentence is correct as it is, choose “No improvement is required.” Despite being well-qualified, he was denied from the position he applied for.
    A was denied of Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B was denied Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C had denied Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D no improvement is required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The verb "deny" is not followed by a preposition like "from" or "of". The correct structure is: "He was denied the position."

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