The investigation revealed that the _________ cost of the project was significantly higher than the initial budget.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
total
B
total and entire
C
entire
D
whole
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. "Total" encompasses the whole amount.
Choice B is incorrect because "entire" means the same as "total." Choice C is incorrect because while "entire" is synonymous, "total" is the standard term for costs. Choice D is incorrect because "whole" is less precise for costs than "total."