Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Many parents think of overweight children as ‘cute’ and cuddly. However, obesity must not be (1) _________ as a healthy sign. (2) _________ obese children grow up, they will be more prone (3) _________ health problems like high blood pressure (4) _________ diabetes. Today, overweight children are becoming a common (5) _________ in many countries.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. sight.

Given the context of the passage, the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5 is 'sight'.

This choice fits the context as it refers to something frequently seen or observed.

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