Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A robot is a mechanical or virtual artificial agent, usually an electromechanical machine that is (1)______ by a computer programme or electronic circuitry. In general, robots can be autonomous or semi-autonomous and are now used in different fields. They have replaced (2)_______ in performing repetitive and dangerous tasks which humans prefer not to do, or are unable to do because of size limitations, or which take place in extreme (3)________ such as outer space or the bottom of the sea. For instance, robots can now be used in industry, as in car manufacturing, or they can be used in homes to do the (4)_______. Some robots may respond to speech or even be medical operating tools. There are concerns about the increasing use of robots and their role in society. Robots are blamed for the rising (5)________ as they replace workers in increasing numbers of functions.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: machines
Option 2: humans
Option 3: agents
Option 4: toys
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Correct Answer: humans
Solution : The correct choice is the second option .
The sentence talks about tasks that are repetitive or dangerous, which humans might avoid due to preference or limitations. In such cases, machines are often used to perform these tasks instead of humans.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "They have replaced humans in performing repetitive and dangerous tasks that humans prefer not to do or are unable to do because of size limitations."
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