Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Entry Exam
Select the meaning of the underlined word in this sentence. Recovery is *contingent* on many factors.
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D, 'Dependent.' In this context, the word 'contingent' means that the process of recovery relies on, or is dependent on, many factors. It indicates that the achievement of recovery is tied to the presence or occurrence of these various factors. Therefore, 'Dependent' is the most appropriate synonym in this sentence.