Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
The horn of the car ahead was __________ by the resistance of the thick air
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. muffled
Muffled: describes the sound as being reduced in volume or clarity, which is an excellent fit with the idea that thick air muffles horn sounds.
Compared to other options.
Faint: This denotes a weak or barely audible sound. Although this makes some sense, it doesn't suggest that the thick air is causing the sound to be quieter.
Dim: This word is not correct here because it normally refers to light, not sound.
Mute: This indicates absolutely no sound, which is inappropriate given that the horn is not quiet rather it is impacted by the dense air.