Word meaning in context
Question
What does “estimate” mean as used in the passage?
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AMake an informed approximation✓ Correct
The surrounding sentences define the word in this sense.
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BRecord every individual exactly✗ Incorrect
The context points to a different meaning.
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CChange an area deliberately✗ Incorrect
The context points to a different meaning.
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DTrace a plant back to its origin✗ Incorrect
The context points to a different meaning.
Answer
A. Make an informed approximation
Rationale
Make an informed approximation The surrounding details establish this meaning, so the other choices do not fit the context.
RememberUse nearby clues to determine a word’s meaning.
Sources
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Chlorophyll
NASA · License: US government work (public domain) · Retrieved · Chlorophyll
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