At one point, it looked as if an area of agreement would …… specially over the issue of productivity linked wages. A. develop B. come out C. emerge D. grow

The correct answer is: emerge.

The word “emerge” means to come into view or existence. In this context, it means that it seemed like an agreement would be reached on the issue of productivity linked wages.

The other options are not as accurate. The word “develop” means to grow or become more complex. The word “come out” means to become known or revealed. The word “grow” means to increase in size