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For centuries, Polynesian navigators traversed thousands of miles of open ocean without the aid of modern instruments. Instead of relying on compasses or charts, these wayfinders memorized the paths of stars, analyzed ocean swells, and observed the flights of nesting birds. By synthesizing these diverse natural cues, they were able to pinpoint tiny islands scattered across the vast Pacific.

Which option best completes the sentence with the most precise and contextually appropriate word?

  1. NO CHANGECevap
  2. B
    zero in on
  3. C
    apprehend
  4. D
    encounter

Cevap

The original choice 'pinpoint' is the most precise and contextually appropriate word.
The original choice 'pinpoint' is the most precise and contextually appropriate word because it means to locate or identify with great accuracy, which directly aligns with the phrase 'remarkable accuracy' and the formal register of the passage.

Adım Adım Çözüm

1
Analyze the context of the sentence to determine the required meaning and tone.
The sentence describes navigators locating tiny islands in a vast ocean with 'remarkable accuracy.' The tone of the passage is formal and academic.
Understanding the context helps eliminate choices that are either informal or semantically incorrect.
2
Evaluate the choices against the context and tone.
The original word 'pinpoint' means to locate with precision, fitting perfectly. 'Zero in on' is too casual. 'Apprehend' is semantically incorrect. 'Encounter' suggests a random meeting rather than accurate navigation.
This step determines which word provides the correct meaning while maintaining stylistic consistency.

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