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Difficulty: HardInferring Vocabulary and Idiomatic Expressions in Context

In an editorial regarding the role of artificial intelligence in contemporary journalism, the author argues that while algorithms can rapidly synthesize data, they lack the *sensible* nature required to capture the emotional nuances of human experiences. In this context, what is the meaning of the Spanish word *sensible*?

  1. sensitive to emotions or perceptionsAnswer
  2. B
    reasonable, logical, or practical
  3. C
    highly advanced and sophisticated
  4. D
    capable of making moral judgments

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The correct answer is sensitive to emotions or perceptions.
The correct answer is 'sensitive to emotions or perceptions'. In the context of the passage, the author contrasts data processing with the ability to capture emotional nuances, which requires sensitivity. The Spanish word 'sensible' translates to 'sensitive' in English.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the context in which the target word is used in the stem.
The word is contrasted with algorithms that rapidly process data but fail to capture the emotional nuances of human stories.
This establishes that the word refers to an emotional or perceptual quality rather than a cognitive, logical, or technical one.
2
Identify potential false cognates and recall their correct meanings.
Recognize that the Spanish word 'sensible' does not mean 'reasonable' (which is 'sensato' in Spanish) but is instead a false cognate meaning 'sensitive'.
This prevents falling for the common trap of translating the word literally based on its English spelling similarity.
3
Evaluate the remaining options against the context of emotional nuance.
Discard technical complexity or moral capability, and confirm that 'sensitive to emotions or perceptions' matches the required meaning.
This confirms the correct option by elimination and contextual alignment.

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Inferring Vocabulary and Idiomatic Expressions in Context
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