For the word, a contextual sentence is given. Pick a word from the al...
Explanation:
The word 'parsimonious' means being unwilling to spend money or resources; stingy or frugal.
In the given context, the evidence was constructed from every scrap of information, which implies that the evidence was constructed using all the available information. The word 'parsimonious' fits well in the context as it indicates that the evidence was constructed using the bare minimum resources available.
Let's look at the options:
a) Prevalent - The word 'prevalent' means widespread or common. This word is inappropriate in the given context as it does not convey the same meaning as 'parsimonious'.
b) Penurious - The word 'penurious' means extremely poor; poverty-stricken. This word is inappropriate in the given context as it is not related to the construction of evidence from scraps of information.
c) Thrifty - The word 'thrifty' means using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully. This word is similar in meaning to 'parsimonious' and can be used in the given context, but it is not inappropriate.
d) Altruistic - The word 'altruistic' means showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish. This word is completely inappropriate in the given context as it does not convey the same meaning as 'parsimonious'.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'D' - Altruistic.
For the word, a contextual sentence is given. Pick a word from the al...
Explanation:
The given sentence talks about constructing evidence from very little information. The word "parsimonious" means to be economical or frugal, which makes sense in this context. However, the alternatives given are:
a) Prevalent - This means that something is widespread or common. This word is inappropriate in the given context as it does not fit the meaning of the sentence.
b) Penurious - This means to be extremely poor or poverty-stricken. While this word could fit in the context, it does not convey the same meaning as "parsimonious".
c) Thrifty - This means to be economical or frugal, just like "parsimonious". This word could also fit in the context.
d) Altruistic - This means to be selfless or concerned about the welfare of others. This word is the most inappropriate in the given context as it does not fit the meaning of the sentence at all.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D, "Altruistic".
Summary:
- The sentence talks about constructing evidence from little information.
- The word "parsimonious" fits in the context, as it means to be economical or frugal.
- The alternative words given are prevalent, penurious, thrifty, and altruistic.
- "Altruistic" is the most inappropriate word as it does not fit the context at all.