Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Pertinent
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Relevant.
Given word: Pertinent
Meaning: Something that is directly related to the subject being considered.
Example: Please keep your comments pertinent to the topic under discussion.
Synonym: Relevant
Meaning: Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.
Example: His question was completely relevant to the discussion.
Meaning of the other options:
Unrelated: Not connected
Puzzling: Confusing or difficult to understand
Living: Alive, not dead
Hence, the chosen option is the correct synonym.