In the questions sentence/ a part of the sentence is `"bolded"`. Below are given alternatives, to the bolded part at (a) , (b), (c). Which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed your answer is (d).
The manager hesitated to assign the job to the newcomer as he was `"wet behind the ears."`

Options

A. drenched in the rain
B. unpunctual and lethargic
C. stupid and slow witted
D. no improvement

Answer

C