Answer:
B). 'Are there any other items of new business?'
Step-by-step explanation:
As per the question, option B i.e. 'Are there any other items of new business?' exemplifies the response that could be categorized as 'irrelevant' using Sieburg and Larson's categories of confirming as well as dis-confirming responses. This response would be irrelevant to the context as it has no affiliation to their concern over the approaching deadline while the other responses would assist in expression of the concerns and encouragement to group in order to help them meet the deadline. Thus, option B is the correct answer.