In the question given below a sentence is given with three words in bold. Choose the option which gives the correct sequence of these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

The commander’s pivotal (A) to launch the offensive (B) at dawn cost the army a reluctance (C) strategic advantage in the battle.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is CBA.
Error Explanation:
· The word "pivotal" (A) should describe "strategic advantage", not "to launch".
· The word "reluctance" (C) should describe "to launch", meaning hesitation.
· The word "offensive" (B) is correctly placed.
Correct Sentence:
"The commander’s reluctance to launch the offensive at dawn cost the army a pivotal strategic advantage in the battle."