Rahul was overjoyed as he crossed the finish line. He ______ he has won the first place.
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hopes
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believes
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hopes or believes
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N/A
B
Correct answer
Explanation
After crossing the finish line in what appears to be a winning position, Rahul 'believes' he has won because he's expressing a conviction based on observable evidence (his position relative to others). 'I hope I have won' would suggest uncertainty despite what he sees, which doesn't fit the context of being 'overjoyed' - his joy comes from the conviction that he has succeeded.