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In the following sentence, which word or phrase is the least effective in conveying the intended meaning: The physician started to perform the operation, but the patient was not yet completely under anesthesia.

  • A. Started to
  • B. Perform
  • C. Was not
  • D. Completely under
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct choice is B, 'Perform.' In the context of an operation, the verb 'perform' is the most appropriate term to indicate carrying out a medical procedure. 'Started to' is redundant and not as precise as 'perform' in this scenario. 'Was not' and 'Completely under' are not the focus of the sentence, making them incorrect choices. Therefore, the sentence should read, 'The physician started to perform the operation.'