This case is within the jurisdiction of the council

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics

This case is within the jurisdiction of the council

A. record
B. prohibition
C. authority
D. finance

Correct Answer:

Option C – authority

Explanation

‘Jurisdiction‘ the italicized word in the question means the official power to make legal decision and judgement while authority, the answer, is synonymous in that it means the power or right to give orders, make decisions