In an essay written in a formal style, what kind of tone should the writing have?

C. objective

Explanation:

The complete question is given as "In an essay written in a formal style, what kind of tone should the writing have? A. casual B. clichéd C. objective D. opinionated"

Formal style is a term in composition used to describe a writing or speech characterized by objectivity, well defined construction, clarity and precision.  In a formal essay writing, great attention is given to objectivity. It gives the essay a targeted aim and is written with great astuteness elaborating as much as possible all necessary details. It presents a multi-faceted perspective and supplies ample evidence for every point raised in a no time-wasting manner also devoid of sentiments. As such, it is not casual neither is it clichéd nor is it opinionated. Rather, it is objective

its hard for me to see which word is supposed to be in bold. if i knew then i would be able to better.

i think the correct answer would be adjustments in life roles.  this causes for one to adjust or change totally his/her career or lifestyle since the present is not beneficial to the life role he is at. for instance, you became a mother you would of course stop going to malls and enjoying life outside. you would be staying at home taking care of your child.