Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Generally, dolphins sleep (1)____ only one brain hemisphere in slow-wave sleep at a time, thus (2)_____ enough consciousness to breathe and to watch for possible (3)____ and other threats. Early (4)____ stages can occur simultaneously in both hemispheres. In captivity, dolphins seemingly enter a fully asleep state where both eyes are closed and there is no response to mild external (5)_____.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no.2.
Option 1: maintaining
Option 2: facilitating
Option 3: generating
Option 4: tormenting
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Correct Answer: maintaining
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation:
The correct option maintaining means to cause or enable a condition or situation to continue. It is the correct choice that helps convey the intended meaning that sleeping with one hemisphere active helps the dolphins to breathe.
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