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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
All drivers are affected by road rage, whether they are directly or indirectly (1)___________.Individual coping qualities (2)____________ the behaviour of stressful drivers. Instead of being enraged over circumstances beyond their control, drivers (3)__________ learn to be patient. On the road, we must be (4) __________ to control our own emotions. Road raged drivers are also more likely to (5) __________ more traffic offences.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: influence
Key Points
- Let's look at the meaning of the given words.
- Influence: To cause someone to change a behaviour, belief, or opinion, or to cause something to be changed.
- Apply: To make a formal application or request.
- Increases: Becomes or makes greater in size, amount, or degree.
- Multiply: Increase or cause to increase greatly in number or quantity.
- So, as per the meaning of the given words "influence" is the most appropriate option.
- The implied meaning of the sentence is: Individual coping abilities have an impact on the behaviour of stressed drivers.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Complete passage: All drivers are affected by road rage, whether they are directly or indirectly (1) involved. Individual coping qualities (2) influence the behaviour of stressful drivers. Instead of being enraged over circumstances beyond their control, drivers (3)__________ learn to be patient. On the road, we must be (4) __________ to control our own emotions. Road raged drivers are also more likely to (5) __________ more traffic offences.
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