During a Team Meeting, Vinay Noticed That Sid, His Manager

During a team meeting, Vinay noticed that Sid, his manager, briefly mentioned budget cuts. After the meeting was over, Vinay asked Sid what he meant when he said, "There will be budget cuts in the upcoming quarter." In this scenario, what was Vinay's intention?

A) To ask for clarification
B) To paraphrase message content
C) To check how the other person feels
D) To paraphrase his emotions