Complete each of the following sentences with a word derived from the one given in the bracket.
The doctor held a （ ） to decide whether an operation was necessary. (consult)
【正确答案】：CONSULTATION
【题目解析】：
本题考查的是常见动词的名词。
consultation：n. 商量、咨询。
句意：医生就决定是否需要手术进行了一次商讨。