Question

1. if you and your sibling jest at the dinner table, are you making a joke or having an argument? why?
2. if you are perplexed by an algebra problem, are you finding it hard to solve or does the solution come easily to you? why?

Explanation:

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The word "jest" means to make a joke or engage in playful teasing. An argument involves disagreement and conflict, while jesting is light - hearted and humorous. So when you and your sibling jest at the dinner table, you are making a joke.

The word "perplexed" means to be confused or puzzled. If you are perplexed by an algebra problem, it means you are having difficulty understanding or solving it, so the solution does not come easily.

Answer:

You are making a joke. Because "jest" means to tell jokes or tease playfully, while an argument is a disagreement, so jesting is not an argument.

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