Question

which word is pronounced like \pair\ but means to trim or cut away?
○ pare
○ pear
○ pair
○ peer

Explanation:

We analyze each option: "pare" is pronounced like "pair" and means to trim/cut away. "pear" is a fruit, "pair" refers to a set of two, and "peer" means to look or a person of equal status. So "pare" fits.

Answer:

A. pare