Question : There are certain words missing in the passage given below. The options given contain an answer that will fit in those given blanks. Choose the correct word to be used to make the sentence coherent and grammatically correct.
If you’re looking to whiten teeth 1. ______________________, you’ll want to understand why teeth become discoloured. There are intrinsic and extrinsic factors that affect the 2. ______________________ of teeth, according to the American Dental Association. Intrinsic factors include your age and health conditions, which 3. ______________________ the colour of teeth. In this scenario, a dentist would need to 4. ______________________ teeth whitening with a bleaching agent to change the colour. Yet if there are extrinsic factors or stains on the surface, 5. ______________________ changes can improve the appearance of your teeth.
Q. Choose the correct word to be used in blank 3.
Option 1: excel
Option 2: alter
Option 3: defalcate
Option 4: condemn
Correct Answer: alter
Solution : The correct answer is option 2.
Explanation:
The only word that fits the blank and makes the sentence coherent is alter It denotes a change in character or composition, usually in a minor but significant way.
Excel means to be exceptionally good at or proficient in a particular activity or subject.
Defalcate- to misappropriate or misuse property or funds entrusted to one.
Condemn- to unequivocally oppose something or someone, usually for moral reasons.
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Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number
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