Question

    Choose a suitable word from the options to fill in the blanks.

    This cream helps _________ the skin from harmful

    radiation from the sun.
    A collaborate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B bail out Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C buffer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D precarious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E none of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word ‘buffer’ here means ‘to provide protection against harm’ Collaborate- to work with someone else for a special purpose. Bail out- rescue someone or something from a difficulty. Precarious- not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. This cream helps buffer the skin from harmful radiation from the sun.

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