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During naval electronic warfare simulations, the automated defense grid proved remarkably protean, displaying behaviors such as switching transmission frequencies, instantly shifting tactical configurations, and assuming diverse operational roles. In this context, what does the word 'protean' most nearly mean?

  1. A
    inflexible and rigid
  2. highly adaptable and variableCevap
  3. C
    heavily armored and protected
  4. D
    belligerent and aggressive

Cevap

highly adaptable and variable
The sentence provides clear examples introduced by 'such as': switching transmission frequencies, shifting tactical configurations, and assuming diverse roles. These specific behaviors illustrate a capacity for continuous transformation and versatility, making 'highly adaptable and variable' the only definition supported by the context.

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1
Locate the example context clue signal and listed items in the sentence.
The phrase 'such as' introduces the examples: switching transmission frequencies, shifting tactical configurations, and assuming diverse operational roles.
Example context clues directly define the unfamiliar word through illustrative actions or characteristics.
2
Determine the common trait shared by all provided examples.
All three actions describe a system capable of rapid modification, multidirectional change, and structural versatility.
Synthesizing the specific instances reveals the core definition of the target word.
3
Match the synthesized concept to the best available option.
The meaning corresponds directly to being highly adaptable and variable.
This option accurately captures the capacity for continuous change and versatile application.

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Inferring word meaning from illustrative example clues
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