In the middle of a discussion with her colleagues, Sharon says "never mind … moving on." We can safely analyze that as an indication that she has ________.
A) won the argument
B) forgotten her own opinion
C) decided that the discussion was over
D) abandoned a line of reasoning

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Sharon's statement "never mind...moving on" indicates that she has abandoned a line of reasoning or topic of discussion, suggesting that she no longer wants to pursue that particular train of thought. It does not necessarily mean she has won the argument, forgotten her own opinion, or decided that the discussion is over.

In the Middle of a Discussion with Her Colleagues, Sharon