The correct answer is **A need not worry too much about his boss, since the latter is not likely to harm him.** (Option 2). **Comprehensive Derivation:** The correct answer is - "A need not worry too much about his boss, since the latter is not likely to harm him." Explanation & Key Takeaways: • From the given options, the most appropriate answer is "A need not worry too much about his boss, since the latter is not likely to harm him." • Bark is worse than his bite means someone seems much more unpleasant or hostile than he/she really are. • Eg. My girlfriend told me her father's bark is worse than his bite and not to worry when I meet him this weekend. • Sentence A clears that speaker's boss is much hostile than as he shouts at him. • Thus, Option 2 is correct option. **Option Elimination:** • **Option 1 (The boss is a dangerous man and he is likely to harm A. Therefore A should be careful with him.)**: Incorrect distractor. • **Option 2 (A need not worry too much about his boss, since the latter is not likely to harm him.)**: Correct Answer; accurate according to canonical reference. • **Option 3 (The boss is known for his bad temper and A should not annoy him.)**: Incorrect distractor. • **Option 4 (The boss acts like a dog and keeps barking.)**: Incorrect distractor. **Exam Trap:** Be careful of misleading distractors and subtle terminology differences. Verify core properties before selecting your answer. **Memory Booster:** Core mnemonic rule: A need not worry too much about his boss, since the latter is not likely to harm him. corresponds to Option (2).