Which of the following options is the closest in meaning to the phrase in bold in the sentence below?
It is fascinating to see life forms cope with varied environmental conditions.
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Answer: B
To find the option closest in meaning to the bolded phrase, let us analyze the context of the sentence and the definitions of the choices:
The sentence is: "It is fascinating to see life forms cope with varied environmental conditions."
- Cope with: To deal effectively with or adjust to something difficult (such as harsh or changing environmental conditions).
- Adapt to (Option B): To adjust, modify, or change oneself to suit new conditions or environments. In biology, life forms "adapt to" their environments to survive, which is the exact meaning conveyed by "cope with" here.
- Adopt to (Option A): "Adopt" means to take up or choose (e.g., adopt a child or a method). Grammatically, "adopt to" is incorrect.
- Adept in (Option C): "Adept" is an adjective meaning highly skilled or proficient at something. It does not fit the verb form required here.
- Accept with (Option D): "Accept" means to consent to receive or undertake. It does not capture the active survival and adjustment implied by "cope with".
Thus, Adapt to is the closest in meaning.
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