Directions (Qs. 16 to 20) : In each of the following sentences, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence. : Facts spoke louder than words at the Company meeting where the Director tried to paint a rosy picture of the Company's financial health.

• A. Too many facts related to the good financial health of the Company were presented during the meeting.
• B. The Company was not doing well financially despite the Director, saying otherwise.
• C. The Director was very loud while presenting the facts about the Company's financial health during the meeting.
• D. The facts stated in the meeting supported the Director's claims of good financial health of the Company.
• E. The Company was doing exceptionally well financially; despite the Director saying otherwise.