Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
It may seem __________ that the hours of women’s chores at home have not declined inspite of the availability of many appliances (gas, electric ranges, washing machines, etc.)
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. perplexing.
The sentence talks about something surprising or puzzling: women’s household work hours have not declined despite having modern appliances.
'Perplexing' means confusing or hard to understand, which fits the context perfectly.
Why others are incorrect:
Promising – Suggests something hopeful or positive, which is not the intended meaning.
Perceiving – A verb form (seeing/understanding), not an adjective to describe the situation.
Persisting – Means continuing, but does not express the sense of puzzlement.