From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.

To drive on through the red light is an infringement of the law

  • A a trespass
  • B an offence
  • C a breach
  • D an invasion
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The correct answer is C. a breach

Option C, a breach; meaning ' failing to observe a law'  is nearest in meaning to the phrase 'an infringement'

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