Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Most of the students in the first year were unable to score good marks due to their __________ nature.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. nonchalant.
Context: The sentence describes why students did not score well due to their indifferent attitude.
Meaning of the words:
(1) Deliberate: Done consciously and intentionally.
(2) Enthusiastic: Showing intense interest or excitement.
(3) Concerned: Worried or anxious.
(4) Nonchalant: Feeling or appearing casually calm and unbothered.
Correct word: Nonchalant
Reason: Students’ indifferent attitude prevented them from scoring good marks, making "nonchalant" the correct choice.
Final Sentence: Most of the students in the first year were unable to score good marks due to their nonchalant nature.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.