Question

v. Based on its use in paragraph 3, it can be inferred that the word
propensity belongs to which of the following word groups?
a. fondness, partiality, affection
b. flaw, fault, shortcoming
c. distaste, aversion, dissatisfaction
d. tendency, inclination, predisposition
e. confidence, self-assurance, certitude

Answer 1

The word propensity belongs to "tendency, inclination, predisposition".

Option (d) is correct.

Explanation:

• The word propensity means to behave in a peculiar manner.
• It means if someone behaves in a strange or odd way then it means they are behaving naturally.
• The natural tendency or inclination to do something is known as a propensity.
• For example, She has a propensity to put off decisions.
• He has the propensity to drink too much.