Question

which sentence is an example of the word \liable\? a after shawna had been working at the company for many, many years, she finally worked hard enough to become the company’s ceo. b according to the company’s rules, the ceo of the clothing store could lose his job if sales dropped in a significant way.

Explanation:

To determine the correct sentence, we first define "liable" as being likely to do or experience something, often in a negative context (e.g., being liable to lose a job).

• Option A describes Shawna working hard to become CEO, which is a positive achievement and does not reflect the meaning of "liable."
• Option B states the CEO could lose his job if sales drop, showing a likelihood (liability) of a negative outcome, matching the meaning of "liable."

Answer:

B. According to the company’s rules, the CEO of the clothing store could lose his job if sales dropped in a significant way.