Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Chatbots are computer programs (1)________________ to simulate conversations as if they (2)___________________ another human. For (3)___________________, there were more than ten million Replika users as of 2022. Replika is a chatbot billed as a companion who (4)__________________. It acts like a friend but relationships with the chatbot can become romantic.
In many chatbot applications such as this, there may be no moderation or human checks on inappropriate (5)__________________. So be aware if your child is spending a long time with AI friends.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence is: “Replika is a chatbot billed as a companion who (4) _________.”
A companion is expected to show empathy, affection, or support. The blank must reflect a human-like emotional quality.

Meaning of the words:

cares – shows concern or affection; perfectly suits the idea of a companion.
grows – refers to development, but not suitable for describing companionship.
blinks – a physical action, irrelevant to emotional companionship.
negates – means to deny or reject, which is opposite of companionship.

Correct word: cares

Final Sentence: Replika is a chatbot billed as a companion who cares.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 1