The root spect means "see." Based on this knowledge, which is the most likely meaning of the word introspection? (1 point)

a close look at one's thoughts or emotions
a close look at one's thoughts or emotions

a dislike of certain colors
a dislike of certain colors

a positive feeling about a person
a positive feeling about a person

a careful examination of an argument

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The most likely meaning of the word "introspection" is "a close look at one's thoughts or emotions." The prefix "intro-" means inward, and "spect" relates to seeing or looking, so introspection refers to examining one's inner thoughts and feelings.