The following text is adapted from a 19th-century guide to library management.
The books in the main hall are so arranged that the title of every volume is plainly visible, allowing patrons to browse without the aid of a librarian. This system is a convenience that other institutions might copy to advantage.
As used in the text, what does the word "arranged" most nearly mean?
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
Organized
Ranked
Scheduled
Discussed
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The text describes how the books are set up so that titles are plainly visible. "Arranged" in this context means "organized" or ordered in a specific way.
Choice B is incorrect because "ranked" implies a hierarchy. Choice C is incorrect because "scheduled" refers to time. Choice D is incorrect because "discussed" refers to talking.