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mireyhman
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There is really no valid excuse for him refusing to accept the invitation.
① for his refusing to accept
② of him to refuse to accept
③ for his refusal of accepting
④ for him to refuse accepting

The answer is 4. Could anyone explain why? (I chose number 3)
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In fact, the correct answer is #1!
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