The diplomat's remarks were carefully calibrated to _______ the host nation's concerns without committing to any specific policy changes. This delicate balance allowed negotiations to continue.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
ignore
acknowledge
exaggerate
conceal
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The passage describes a "delicate balance" addressing concerns without making commitments. "Acknowledge" means to recognize, which fits this diplomatic approach of showing awareness without promising action.
Choice A is incorrect because "ignore" would not address concerns at all. Choice C is incorrect because "exaggerate" suggests overstatement, not balance. Choice D is incorrect because "conceal" contradicts addressing concerns.