Question

1. read the sentence: the detectives astute observations helped solve the case. what does astute most likely mean? nervous careless confused shrewd or perceptive

Explanation:

The word "astute" means having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn that to one's advantage. In the context of the detective's observations helping to solve the case, "shrewd or perceptive" best captures the meaning as it implies keen - mindedness which would be useful in detective work. The other options like "nervous", "careless", and "confused" do not fit the positive and helpful nature of the observations.

Answer:

D. Shrewd or perceptive