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    Question

    Choose the alternative which is closest to the opposite

    in meaning of the bold word in the sentence. The diplomat’s obdurate stance on the issue led to a deadlock in negotiations.
    A Malleable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Intractable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Unyielding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Recalcitrant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Obdurate" means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action. The opposite would be "Malleable," which means easily influenced or adaptable.The correct answer is (1) Malleable.

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