📝 English

"The document was deemed apocryphal by historians." What does "apocryphal" mean?

A Authentic
B Of doubtful authenticity; possibly false
C Sacred
D Well-known

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

"Apocryphal" means of doubtful authenticity, often referring to stories or accounts that are widely circulated but unverified.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question ""The document was deemed apocryphal by historians." What does "apocryphal" mean?" is Option B: Of doubtful authenticity; possibly false.

The other options — A) Authentic, C) Sacred, D) Well-known — are incorrect for this English question. As explained above: "Apocryphal" means of doubtful authenticity, often referring to stories or accounts that are widely circulated but unverified.

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