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I would pick a also.
I would pick a also.
Now, we need to find the word that correctly completes the sentence. The sentence says "the new employee had aplomb, he required ____ assistance."
In this context, since the new employee already possesses confidence and composure, it suggests that he would not require any assistance or might require minimal assistance.
Now, let's look at the options:
a) No - This option aligns with the idea that the new employee, who already has aplomb, does not require any assistance.
b) Much - This option suggests that the employee requires a significant amount of assistance, which contradicts the idea of having aplomb.
c) Huge - This option implies that the employee requires a massive amount of assistance, which is also contradictory to having aplomb.
d) Alot - "Alot" is not a proper word, so we can eliminate this option.
Based on the analysis, option (a) "No" seems to be the correct answer since it aligns with the idea that the new employee, who has aplomb, does not require any assistance.