A(n) is a brief, parenthetical reference that you place at the end of a sentence or paragraph.

I would assume it's A, citation

Explanation:

If it's a parenthetical reference, it's not likely a source, nor comment or annotation but rather, a restated quote or re-worded statement, which refers to the correct definition of citation.

I apologize if this is incorrect or unhelpful.

that his long years of service outweigh any faults he may have had.

he wanted to be remembered for the good things he did, one of those being when he gave up office so others would follow suit, but george washington wasn’t a man who thought he was perfect, he knew he made mistakes. he was a very talented soldier with a natural gift of tactic.

the correct answer is a.a peer