In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
I said to the old man, "Don't sit on that chair, it is broken."

Options

A. I cautioned the old man against sitting on that chair as it was broken.
B. I cautioned the old man against sitting on that chair, it was broken.
C. I requested the old man not to sit on that chair because it is broken.
D. I asked the old man not to sit on the chair as it is broken.

Answer

A