Question

Assume \ə-'süm\ verb

to take for granted or without proof
to try on or wear something
to take upon oneself, to place oneself in
to pretend to have or be; feign

What is the meaning of the word assume in this sentence?

Hans Fischer will assume the office of Chancellor in the month of April.


Hans Fischer will assume the office of Chancellor in the month of April.
A.
definition 3
B.
definition 2
C.
definition 4
D.
definition 1

Answer 1

A. Definition 3.

Step-by-step explanation:

If you plug in the definition in the place of assume, #3 is the only one that makes sense. (And also I just already knew it was #3.)