The scientist's willingness to _______ her own earlier findings when new evidence emerged demonstrated the intellectual honesty that her colleagues most admired.
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readingWhich choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A
defend
B
revise
C
plagiarize
D
celebrate
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The passage praises changing positions based on new evidence as intellectual honesty. "Revise" means to reconsider and change, fitting this scientific integrity.
Choice A is incorrect because "defend" suggests resisting change. Choice C is incorrect because "plagiarize" is unethical, not honest. Choice D is incorrect because "celebrate" doesn't convey changing position.