Question

read the definitions. ex- = \out\ im- = \in\ plicit = \folded\ which sentence uses the underlined word correctly? the research assignment came with explicit instructions on source citation. the speaker was explicit and difficult to understand. interpretations of the passage varied because its meaning was explicit. the custodian posted implicit instructions asking that the door remain locked.

Explanation:

The prefix "ex -" means "out", so "explicit" means clearly stated or obvious. In the first sentence, "explicit instructions" makes sense as it implies clear - cut directions on source citation. The second sentence is wrong as an explicit speaker should be easy to understand. The third sentence is wrong because if a passage's meaning is explicit, there should be little variation in interpretations. The fourth sentence should use "explicit" instead of "implicit" if the instructions are clear.

Answer:

The research assignment came with explicit instructions on source citation.