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His ---------- were rejected on the ----------- of the evidence and witnesses.
Explanation and memory cue
The sentence requires words that fit the context of rejection based on evidence and witnesses. The correct phrase is 'His hypothesis were rejected on the basis of the evidence and witnesses.' Although grammatically 'hypothesis' is singular and the plural form is 'hypotheses,' the option 'hypothesis - basis' is the closest and most appropriate choice given the options. 'Basis' is the correct word to use in this context, meaning 'on the grounds of' or 'because of.' The other options ('Friendly - basis' and 'Hostile - basis') do not fit the context, and 'None of these' is not appropriate since option A is the best fit. The explanation acknowledges the grammatical issue but confirms that option A is the best available answer.