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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.

Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (1)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (2)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (3)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (4)________ drug use, while simultaneously causing a (5)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 4.

Option 1: prescribed

Option 2: mandatory

Option 3: illicit

Option 4: legitimate


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: illicit


Solution : The correct choice is the third option .

In this context, " illicit " refers to something that is forbidden by law, rules, or custom. Illicit drug use implies the use of drugs that are illegal or unauthorised.

The meanings of other words are:

  • Prescribed : This refers to something that is officially recommended or ordered, often in a medical context.
  • Mandatory : This pertains to something that is required or obligatory, not related to drug use in this context.
  • Legitimate : This means conforming to the law or rules, but it doesn't convey the idea of illegal or unauthorised behaviour, as implied in the sentence.

Therefore, " illicit " is the most appropriate choice in the given blank.

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