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    Question

    In the following questions, each set presents two

    sentences with two blanks. Select the most appropriate pair from the options provided to complete both the sentences and ensure coherence. (I) The physicist marvelled at the ___________________ complexities of quantum mechanics, his understanding becoming ever more ___________________ as he ventured deeper into the subject. (II) The mathematician, engrossed in the ___________________ problem set before him, remained ___________________ to the trivial distractions of the world outside.
    A recondite, ponderous Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B arcane, oblivious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C esoteric, preoccupied Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D cryptic, distance Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E esoteric, unaffected Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Arcane" perfectly fits the context, referring to something known or understood by only a few, and "oblivious" fits well because the physicist is so absorbed that he is unaware of anything else. Thus, the best answer is (b) arcane, oblivious.

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