Why is the question "Who was the greatest writer of the 20th century?" inappropriate as the basis of a research essay? A. Any information gathered about this question is subjective. B. It does not lead to a debatable conclusion. O C. You would have to consult too many sources to answer it. O D. It does not require investigation. SUBMIT​

Read the excerpt from “strychnine in the soup,” in which mr. mulliner explains the ending of a mystery novel to a bar patron who is anxious to know the conclusion of the story. “the plumber forgot his snake and had to go back for it,” explained mr. mulliner. ‘‘i trust that this revelation will prove sedative.” “i feel a new man,” said the draught stout. “i’d have lain awake worrying about that murder all night.” explain how a student who did not know the meaning of sedative could infer its definition?