_______, the company decided to postpone the product launch.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

Facing unexpected supply chain issues

B

Unexpected supply chain issues facing

C

Supply chain issues were unexpected

D

It was unexpected supply chain issues

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The participial phrase must modify "the company."

Choice B is incorrect because word order is wrong. Choice C is incorrect because it doesn't connect to "company." Choice D is incorrect because "it" has no clear referent.