The company's decision to _______ environmental regulations by exploiting legal loopholes eventually attracted negative publicity that damaged its reputation more than compliance would have cost.

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Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A

exceed

B

strengthen

C

circumvent

D

celebrate

Correct Answer: C

Choice C is the best answer. The passage describes using loopholes to avoid regulations. "Circumvent" means to find a way around an obstacle, fitting this regulatory evasion.

Choice A is incorrect because "exceed" suggests surpassing rather than avoiding. Choice B is incorrect because "strengthen" contradicts avoiding regulations. Choice D is incorrect because "celebrate" doesn't fit regulatory context.

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