Which word refers to a formal greeting or a show of respect?

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A Obeysance
B Obeisance
C Obesance
D Obaysance

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Answer: B. Obeisance

Explanation: This word comes from the root "obey" but uses the "-eisance" suffix. It is a common "twin" trap where students often miss the "i" or misspell the ending.

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