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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 number.

If you enjoy (1)_____ crime shows on TV, you know that fingerprints play a large role in (2)_____ people. But, you might be (3)_____ to find out that using fingerprints for identification is not a new science. In fact, it is very old (4)_____ back at least as far as 1885-1913 B.C.E. In Babylon, when people agreed to a business contract, they pressed their fingerprints into the clay on which the contract was written. (5)_____ have also been found on clay seals from ancient China.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 3.

Option 1: certain

Option 2: calculable

Option 3: blocked

Option 4: surprised


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: surprised


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Explanation:

The sentence discusses the potential reaction one might have upon discovering that using fingerprints for identification is not a new science but dates back to ancient times. The appropriate adjective to fill in the blank is surprised, as it accurately captures the emotional response to unexpected information.

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