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Zorluk: KolayAdjectives, Adverbs, and Modifiers

The two agricultural development policies were designed to be __________, as the benefits of one perfectly enhanced the outcomes of the other. Which option correctly completes the sentence?

  1. complementaryCevap
  2. B
    complimentary
  3. C
    complemented
  4. D
    complimenting

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The correct option is 'complementary', which is an adjective meaning combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other.
The word 'complementary' functions as a predicate adjective meaning serving to complete or supply mutual needs. In this sentence, it correctly describes policies whose benefits enhance one another.

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1
Analyze the sentence context and grammatical requirement.
The sentence requires a predicate adjective following the linking verb 'were designed to be' to describe the relationship between two mutually beneficial policies.
The clause 'as the benefits of one perfectly enhanced the outcomes of the other' indicates that the policies work together to improve each other.
2
Distinguish between confusable word forms.
'Complementary' with an 'e' refers to things that complete or bring out the best in each other. 'Complimentary' with an 'i' refers to praise or items given free.
Choosing the correct spelling ensures semantic accuracy based on the contextual clue of enhancement.

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