In the sentence: "...percebeu que o filho tinha aptidão para a ciência...", the word "aptidão" has the same meaning as:
b) habilidade.
Explanation:
- "Aptidão" and "habilidade" are words that convey the idea of being good at something, having a natural talent or capacity for a specific activity or skill.
- In the context provided, the sentence indicates that the son showed an inclination or talent towards science, implying that he had the ability or skill in that field.