In the following questions, a sentence or bold part thereof is given which may need improvement. Alternatives are given at (1), (2) and (3) below, which may be a better option. In case, no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
No sooner had the dividend been declared, the notices were sent out.

Options

A. The company had hardly declared the dividend till the notices were sent for mailing.
B. They had no sooner declared the dividend then the notices were sent out.
C. Hardly had the dividend been declared than the notices were sent out.
D. No improvement

Answer

A

Explanation

The company had hardly declared the dividend till the notices were sent for mailing.