The word ``covert" means hidden or secret. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the leader had a reason for the change that was not immediately apparent or was kept from others.
- Option A: ``Unjustifiable" means something that cannot be justified, which does not align with the idea of a covert reason, as the reason might be hidden but not necessarily unjustifiable.
- Option B: ``Obvious" is the correct answer. This is because, in this context, the covert reason refers to something hidden that eventually becomes clear or is easily understood — a reason that becomes apparent or obvious.
- Option C: ``Inexplicable" means something that cannot be explained or understood, which contradicts the idea of a reason eventually becoming clear or obvious.
- Option D: ``Flimsy" refers to something weak or lacking substance, which is not consistent with the context of the leader's political affiliations. Thus, the correct answer is Option B.
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Select the most appropriate option to complete the analogy.
The CEO’s decision to downsize the workforce was considered myopic because it sacrificed long-term stability to accommodate
short-term gains.
Select the most appropriate option that can replace the word “myopic” without changing the meaning of the sentence.