What is the best meaning of the bold face word?

Question

The candidate for Senior Class President gave a lengthy rationale as to why she would be the best person for the position. She has at least three strong point
the bold face word is RATIONALE

Answer 1

In this context, the best meaning of the bold face word "rationale" is "reasoning" or "justification." It refers to the logical explanations and arguments provided by the candidate for Senior Class President to support her claim of being the best person for the position.

Answer 2

the answer choices are
Reason
Discussion
Slang Poem
Dramatic Interpertation

Answer 3

The best meaning of the bold face word "rationale" is "reason."