Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words :

The crux of the matter is that the president has just become aware of the mismanagement

  • A The part of the problem that has just surfaced
  • B The result of the matter
  • C The most important aspect of the problem
  • D The ways to solved the problem
  • E The moment of crisis
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The correct answer is C. The most important aspect of the problem

The phrase “crux of the matter” in this context is nearest in meaning to The most important aspect of the problem.

The term “crux” often refers to the most important or central point of a matter or issue. So, in this case, it’s highlighting the key issue that the president has just become aware of the mismanagement.

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