In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s):

'Be that as .... we are determined to get to the root of the matter!' shouted the officer

  • A you like
  • B it may
  • C it would
  • D it might
jamb 1990english-language

The correct answer is B. it may

The best choice to complete the sentence is B. it may, which is a common expression that means “regardless of how something is or will be” or "even if something is true".

The sentence implies that the officer is not concerned about the opinions or objections of others, and is focused on finding the truth.

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