Question

Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:
The alibi offered by the suspect in the chain-snatching incident did not appear to be _________.

• A. credible
• B. creditable
• C. credulous
• D. considerable

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The sentence in question is: "The alibi offered by the suspect in the chain-snatching incident did not appear to be _________." To fill in the blank appropriately, we need to understand the context and meaning of each option provided and select the one that best fits the sentence.

Here are the meanings of the options: 

• credible: believable or convincing.
• creditable: deserving public acknowledgment and praise but not necessarily outstanding or successful.
• credulous: having or showing too great a readiness to believe things.
• considerable: notably large in size, amount, or extent.

In the context of the sentence, the focus is on whether the alibi (an excuse or explanation) seems believable. Therefore, the word that best completes the sentence is credible, as it relates directly to being believable or convincing.

Thus, the complete sentence is: "The alibi offered by the suspect in the chain-snatching incident did not appear to be credible."

Answer 2

Understanding the Word: Credible 

Word: Credible

Meaning: Believable or trustworthy; capable of being believed.

Contextual Use:

The word "credible" is used to describe something that can be trusted or accepted as true. For example, when someone gives an alibi during an investigation, if the story is consistent and logical, it is considered a credible alibi.

Example: The suspect's alibi was not credible, so the police continued their investigation.