Use the sentence to answer the question.

Members of the press were required to show their credentials before being granted access to the media room. One woman was turned away because she could not find the badge issued to her by the newspaper she worked for.

Which phrase from the sentences provides the best clue to the meaning of credentials as it is used here?

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Members of the press

Othe badge issued to her by the newspaper

Obefore being granted access to the media room

One woman was turned away

1 answer

The phrase that provides the best clue to the meaning of "credentials" as it is used here is:

"the badge issued to her by the newspaper."

This indicates that credentials refer to proof of identity or authorization, necessary for access.