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The answer is E. Disingenuous: This word means insincere or dishonest. In this context, it implies that the science community's perennial complaints about inadequate budgets might seem insincere or not entirely genuine because the sentence indicates that government support for science and engineerin

The answers are B and D. The sentence praises Nelson as a noteworthy critic for her particular style of being willing to share her thought process with the audience rather than presenting fully formed pronouncements. She refrains from presenting her perspectives as conclusive and instead demonstrat

The answers are A and D. The sentence describes a scientific observation about the solar wind, stating that it had diminished to its lowest level. The words we are looking for should accurately convey the idea of inactivity and tranquility. A. quiescence: Quiescence refers to a state of inactivit

The answer is E. The argument presents a correlation between heavy television watching and mistrust of others, which we have to invalidate. A. There are many people who are deeply mistrustful of others and watch little or no television. This option doesn't directly weaken the argument. It suggests

The answers are A and D. The sentence presents a scenario where the governor, despite admitting the failure of the airport expansion plan, is playing down its significance. The governor is then pointing out that competing economic development proposals are now weaker due to the failure of the airpo

The answers are A and F. The choices that best fit the context are "hamper" (A) and "impede" (F). These words capture the notion that naming conventions can obstruct or hinder scientific progress by lacking clarity and not being related to the underlying principles. A. Hamper: Ha...

The answer is D. Blank (i) describes a concern or fear that some scientists have about the practice of cloning: A. gambit: A "gambit" refers to a strategic maneuver or plan, often used in a game or negotiation. It doesn’t align with describing scientists' concerns about cloning. B. r...

The answer is C. The sentence contrasts the Modern Library Board's selection of Joyce's "Ulysses" with Friendswood Library's choice of literature. Blank (i) describes the nature of the literature chosen by Friendswood Library: A. antithesis: "Antithesis" refers to something that ...

The answer should be A. R (5 m) = 1/20 --> R (1 m) = (1/20) * (1/5) = 1/100 R (8m + 3w) = 1/10 Work done by 3 women in 10 hours = 1 - work of 8 men in 10 hours = 1 - (1/100)*8*10 = 1 - 8/10 = 2/10 work done by 3 women in 10 hours --> R (3 w) = (2/10) * (1/10) = 1/50 --> R(1 w) = (1/50) * 1/...

The answers are A and F. The phrase "notwithstanding" implies a contrast or exception. It suggests that despite something (in this case, his speaking style), he is perceived as the moderate face of his political party. Among the given options, both "fiery" and "impassioned&q...

The answers are C, D and G. Blank (i): The sentence discusses the possibility of humans being able to stay awake for extended periods and still retain information acquired earlier during that sleepless period. To fill blank (i), we need a word that indicates the ability to maintain or retrieve infor

The answers are A and F. Blank (i): "Inundated" means overwhelmed or flooded, accurately describing the impact of the tsunami on the small seaside resort. Blank (ii): "Catalyst" refers to something that causes change or stimulates a reaction. In this context, it suggests that the...

The answer is C. The sentence describes Leger's reaction to New York, stating that although the city exhilarated him, his initial response was not a complete or absolute form of exhilaration. Blank (i): A. unspontaneous: This choice suggests a lack of spontaneity or naturalness. However, the sent

The answers are B and E. Avoid: This term refers to stay away from or to circumvent something. In the context of the question, members of both parties encouraged their constituents to abstain from violence. Eschew: Similar to "avoid," eschew means to forgo or, in other words, "wash on...

Thank you sir. Yes, this question has nuances that follow the same pattern used by GRE in the actual questions. Thank you for uploading this one.

The answer is D. Let each amount = x --> Total amount = 2x Total repayment = 1100*2 = $2,200 ; months for the first amount = y First amount: 1,100 = x + x*0.05*(y/12) Second amount: 1,100 = x + x*0.04*(y+6)/12 Since both are equal: x + (0.05xy/12) = x + 0.04x(y+6)/12 --> (0.05xy/12) = 0.04x(y+...

The correct options will be (E) and (F). These options work together to convey that the music industry is giving attention to previously "unknown" composers.