Directions (26-30): In each of the question given below, a statement has been given with a blank. Some words or phrases have been given in the options following the statement. Choose the most appropriate word or phrase that could fit in the statement to make it contextually meaningful and grammatically correct.

The engine ___________ suddenly, prompting the need for immediate repairs.

The correct answer is faulted.

Let's analyze the sentence context and the given options step-by-step:
1. Analyze the context: The sentence is: "The engine ___________ suddenly, prompting the need for immediate repairs." The second clause, "prompting the need for immediate repairs," indicates that something negative happened to the engine (e.g., it malfunctioned, failed, or developed a defect).
2. Evaluate the options:
- praised / approved / sanctioned / commended: These are all positive or administrative actions (typically done by humans) and do not fit a mechanical engine failing or requiring repairs.
- faulted: In engineering, computing, and mechanical contexts, "to fault" means to experience a failure, malfunction, or develop a defect. Thus, saying the engine "faulted suddenly" fits the context of needing repairs perfectly.
3. Conclusion: Therefore, faulted is the only word that makes the sentence both grammatically correct and contextually meaningful.