This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Question

Part A
Read this dictionary entry.

integrity \in-′teg-ri-tee\ n

the state of being whole, entire, or undiminished
firm adherence to moral or artistic codes and values
being unimpaired
soundness
Which dictionary meaning best matches the meaning of integrity as it is used in paragraph 4?
Answer choices for the above question

definition 1

definition 2

definition 3

definition 4

Answer 1

definition 2: firm adherence to moral or artistic codes and values

Part B
Explain why you chose that definition for Part A.