Which English word best translates the German term 'Auswirkung, Einfluss' ?

• A. Impact
• B. Influence
• C. Result
• D. Consequence

Answer: (A)

This question tests finding an English word that covers both senses of Auswirkung and Einfluss—the effect or result of something and the power to sway or alter outcomes. Impact fits best because it naturally describes the effect or consequence of an action and also carries a sense of significance or influence on outcomes. For example, you can talk about the environmental impact of a policy or the impact on someone’s career, using the term to express both the result and the weight of that influence. The other options miss one side: result is too neutral, consequence is formal and outcome-focused, and influence emphasizes the power to affect rather than the actual effect.