Select the most appropriate adjective to fill in the blank.
They needed a __________ answer for every question.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. precise.
Context: The sentence requires an adjective that accurately describes the kind of answer needed — one that is exact and to the point. The context suggests a demand for clarity and accuracy, not comparison.
Meaning of the words:
Precise: Exact, accurate, and clearly expressed.
More precise: Comparative form, used when comparing two items.
Most precise: Superlative form, used when comparing more than two items.
Preciser: Incorrect formation; “precise” does not take “-er” as a suffix.
Correct word: Precise
Reason: Since there is no comparison being made in the sentence, we need the positive degree of the adjective. “Precise” best fits the requirement of the sentence — it refers to accuracy and clarity without implying comparison.
Final Sentence: They needed a precise answer for every question.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.