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Question 27

Which sentences use take over to mean assume control? Select all that apply.

  1. The deputy took over the project when its lead resigned.Correct answer
  2. A paramedic took on an extra night shift.
  3. The regional chain was taken over by a larger retailer.Correct answer
  4. The trainees took in every detail of the safety briefing.

Explanation

The deputy begins directing the project and the buyer gains control of the chain, so both scenes express taking over. Accepting an extra shift is taking on work, while understanding a briefing is taking information in.

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