Select the correct spelling of a word meaning 'based on reason'.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer:-
Rational
Explanation:-
The word meaning 'based on reason' is spelled "Rational." It comes from the Latin root rationalis, which is linked to ratio, meaning reason or calculation. The phonetic "sh" sound in the middle of the word is grammatically represented by the letter combination "ti," which is a standard orthographic pattern in English words derived from Latin.
"Rashonal" and "Rashanal" incorrectly use phonetic spellings with "sh," which distorts the proper root structure. "Rationel" uses an incorrect vowel ending, confusing the adjective "rational" with the noun "rationale" (which means the underlying reason for something).
Key Points
Core Definition Orthographic assessment requires identifying the precise spelling of a vocabulary word by recognizing its underlying morphological structure and linguistic origin.
Grammatical Role Differentiating between phonetically similar suffixes and root spellings to ensure correct lexical selection within an examination format.