Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Rationale”?

Rationale means the reasons behind something; a justification.

• Correct answer - justification: it has the same meaning as Rationale.
• baseless: without any foundation - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.
• practicality: the quality of being practical - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.
• random choice: a selection made without a plan - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.