Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the myths (1)__________ with the Great Wall of China is that it is the only man-made (2)__________ that can be seen from the moon with the naked eye. The (3)_________ originated in Richard Halliburton's 1938 book. The Second Book of Marvels. However, this myth is simply not true. Richard Halliburton's claim was contradicted (4)__________ astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Yang Liwei. A more (5)_________ assumption would be to say that the Great Wall can be visible from a low orbit of the earth, which is not unique in this regard as many other artificial constructions can be seen from that height.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: apprehensible
Option 2: accessible
Option 3: permissible
Option 4: plausible
Correct Answer: plausible
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
The word plausible means something that is reasonable or believable based on available information or evidence. In this context, it suggests that it's reasonable to assume that the Great Wall can be seen from low Earth orbit because many other artificial constructions are visible from that height.
Therefore, the correct answer is plausible .
Related Questions
Know More about
Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking ...
Application | Cutoff | Selection Process | Preparation Tips | Eligibility | Exam Pattern | Admit Card
Get Updates BrochureYour Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam brochure has been successfully mailed to your registered email id “”.