The banker was extremely excited because __.A. he was too rich to care for the moneyB. he was sure of his winning the betC. the lawyer would give up in 15 yearsD. the lawyer would give up before 5 years
The banker was extremely excited because __.
A. he was too rich to care for the money
B. he was sure of his winning the bet
C. the lawyer would give up in 15 years
D. the lawyer would give up before 5 years
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