Question

    Below, a word is given followed by three sentences which

    consist of that word. Identify the sentence/s which best expresses the meaning of the word. Choose option 5 (None of these) if the word is not suitable in any of these sentences. Perplexed A. She was perplexed by the complex instructions on how to assemble the furniture.B. The perplexed audience was thoroughly entertained by the comedian’s performance.C. His perplexed expression revealed that he had misunderstood the question.
    A Only A Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Both A and B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both B and C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both A and C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word ‘perplexed’ is an adjective that means confused or uncertain due to a lack of understanding.
    In A, it is correctly used to describe someone who is confused by complex instructions.
    In C, it is used correctly to describe someone's confused expression.
    In B, the usage is incorrect, as "perplexed" does not typically describe an entertained audience.

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