Asked by christian

Use the following definitions to answer the question.

assent:
1. (noun) an agreement
2. (verb) to express agreement

ascent:
1. (noun) an upward slope or incline
2. (verb) to climb

Read the sentence.

The measure passed with a majority _________.

Which word correctly completes the sentence?
assent (noun)
assent (verb)
ascent (noun)
ascent (verb)

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
assent (noun)

Explanation: "Assent" as a noun means agreement, so "The measure passed with a majority assent" = it passed with the agreement of the majority. "Ascent" relates to climbing and is incorrect; the verb forms don't fit the sentence.