Despite heavy fall in the market, the traders are _ about the loss they may incur.
Correct answer: A. Complacent
- A. Complacent
- B. Disturbed
- C. Worried
- D. Irate
Explanation
The sentence suggests that despite a significant decline in the market, the traders are surprisingly calm and unconcerned (complacent) about the potential losses they may face. This implies a sense of indifference or lack of concern.
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