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An illness that is likely to be fatal is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mortal
  2. Serious
  3. Slight
  4. Temporary

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mortal

Explanation: The blank requires an adjective describing an illness that is likely to cause death. 'Fatal' means causing death, so the correct word must align with this meaning. 'Mortal' is the correct choice, as it means deadly or capable of causing death, fitting the context of a fatal illness. Mortal ✅: Means deadly, directly matching a fatal illness. Serious ❌: Indicates severity but not necessarily fatal. Slight ❌: Means mild, opposite of fatal. Temporary ❌: Means short-lived, irrelevant to fatality. Correct Answer: A. Mortal.