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    Question

    Choose the alternative which is closest to the opposite in

    meaning of the bold word in the sentence. The politician's cryptic response left the reporters puzzled.
    A Obscure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ambiguous Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Transparent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Secretive Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word "cryptic" means mysterious or having a hidden meaning. The opposite of this would be something clear and easily understood.

    Option 3 (Transparent) correctly conveys the opposite of "cryptic", as it means open and clear.

    Option 1 (Obscure) and Option 4 (Secretive) are similar to "cryptic" in meaning, so they are incorrect.

    Option 2 (Ambiguous) also implies uncertainty or double meaning, which does not match the opposite.

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