In the question a part of the sentence is BOLD. Alternatives to the BOLD part…
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In the question a part of the sentence is BOLD. Alternatives to the BOLD part are given which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative
There were many weeks and months when Bletchley Park could not decode the intercepted messages.
- A.
interpret
- B.
construe
- C.
comprehend
- D.
decipher
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Correct answer: D
The correct alternative is "decipher".
Detailed Analysis and Feedback
"Decode" is defined as converting a coded message into intelligible language.
"Decipher" (Option D) is the most suitable alternative because it specifically refers to the act of converting a text written in code, or a coded signal, into normal language.
The other options were rejected based on the following feedback:
"Interpret" (Option A) is considered too general, as it focuses on understanding meaning rather than the specific technical process of breaking a code.
"Construe" (Option B) focuses on explaining meaning rather than the technical process of decrypting messages.
"Comprehend" (Option C) means to understand mentally, but the context requires a term specifically related to breaking codes.