What can be inferred about the application?

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I read the following in a TOEIC book:> Ben Hayes: Hi, all. Just checking up on everyone. Want to make sure> we’re on track for July’s launch date.> > Manuela Ruiz: Hi, Ben. I’ve just spoken with the marketing team and> they recommend we focus on our new product’s cost savings. It’s 10> cents cheaper than similar products made by our nearest> competitor—Compart Plastics.> > Ben Hayes: Sounds good, Manuela. I’d add that Caplock lasts longer> than our previous product. And we can offer bigger discounts for> orders of 10,000 units or more.> > Manuela Ruiz: Points taken, Ben. I’ll pass on your comments and send> you a draft or our advertising copy. Oh, and I’ve also signed up> Parkerco for a couple of big trade fairs in China.> > Adam Wong: We’re approved for export licenses to Asia and Australia,> but our application with the European Union is still being reviewed by> the lawyers in Brussels. They want to make sure we pass the> environmental standards.> > Ben Hayes: Thanks, Manuela! Adam, I’ve invited Nicole to join us.> She’s the company lawyer.> > Nicole Keaton: Adam, Ben explained your problem to me and I don’t> think we need to worry. I’ll get in touch with my counterpart in> Brussels and sort things out.> > Adam Wong: That’s wonderful news. Honestly, I’m not sure why there’s> an issue now considering it isn’t the first time we’ve sold products> in Europe.> > Nicole Keaton: There’ve been some regulatory changes recently. I’ll> take care of it.> > Ben Hayes: That should do it, then. Thanks again, everyone. Appreciate> the effort.” ((Test 6, Hacker’s TOEIC Real Test 1000 RC))Question 154. What can be inferred about the company's application with the European Union?(A) It has yet to be submitted.(B) It is expected to receive approval.(C) It will need to be revised.(D) It does not meet Europe's standards.I think A is the best answer, but this TOEIC book says B is the best choice considering what Ms. Keaton says – “I don’t think we need to worry. I’ll get in touch with my counterpart in Brussels and sort things out”.What do you think? Do you agree with the book?

Answer 1

I agree with the book. "Our application with the European Union is still being reviewed by the lawyers in Brussels...." is an indication that the application has been submitted but not yet received final approval.