Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then.

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then.

Answer Details

The underlined word "astute" means "shrewd" or "wise." Therefore, the option nearest in meaning is "b. a shrewd move." The stockbroker was suggesting that selling the shares at that particular time was a wise or clever decision.