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.
Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research (1)______ that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music can (2)______ the brain’s production of the hormone dopamine. This increased dopamine production helps (3)________ feelings of anxiety and depression. Music is processed directly by the amygdala, which is the part of the brain (4)________ in mood and emotions. By reducing stress levels and providing a strong competing stimulus to the pain (5) ________ that enter the brain, music therapy can assist in pain management.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 1.
Option 1: interprets
Option 2: suggests
Option 3: dreams
Option 4: focuses
Correct Answer: suggests
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
In this context, we need a word that indicates findings or conclusions derived from research. The word suggests is appropriate, as it is commonly used to convey the results or findings of research. It fits seamlessly into the sentence, maintaining the flow and coherence of the passage.
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