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2. Some philosophers propose that the concept of absolute truth is such an ---- idea that it is impossible to verify experimentally; rather, they prefer to analyse the conditions under which propositions are regarded as consistent. A) ambiguous B) overt C) inclusive D) abrupt E) incessant
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Hi Elif, let's look at this sentence completion question together to find the best word for the blank.
Sentence Completion Analysis
First, let's read the sentence to understand the context. It says: Some philosophers propose that the concept of absolute truth is such an blank idea that it is impossible to verify experimentally.
Sentence: 'Some philosophers propose that the concept of absolute truth is such an ____ idea that it is impossible to verify experimentally...'
The key phrase here is 'impossible to verify experimentally.' We need a word that explains why absolute truth cannot be tested in a laboratory or with physical data.
Let's examine our options. Option A is 'ambiguous.' This means open to more than one interpretation or having a double meaning. While truth can be tricky, this doesn't specifically explain why it's impossible to verify experimentally.
Evaluating Options
A) ambiguous: unclear or having multiple meanings.
Option B is 'overt,' which means done or shown openly. If an idea was overt, it should actually be easier to see and verify, so that doesn't fit the context.
B) overt: open, not secret.
Option C is 'inclusive.' This means including all the services or items normally expected. This doesn't relate to experimental verification at all.
C) inclusive: including everything.
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