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2. Read the following sentence and use context clues to find the correct meaning of the word sedentary.
"Doctors recommend that people exercise every day, particularly those who spend many hours doing sedentary
activities like reading, watching television, or playing video games."
Which of the following correctly defines sedentary?
O A. To engage in physical activity
B. To spend much time being seated
C. To spend time using minimal brain function
O D. To engage in any level of mental activity



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Sure! Here's the explanation to help you understand the meaning of the word "sedentary" in the given sentence:

1. The sentence mentions that doctors recommend exercise, especially for those who spend many hours doing sedentary activities like reading, watching television, or playing video games.

2. Based on the context clues provided, the correct definition of sedentary is:
B. To spend much time being seated

3. The word "sedentary" refers to activities that involve sitting or remaining in one place for extended periods without much physical movement.

In summary, in the context of the sentence, sedentary means spending a lot of time seated without much physical activity.

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