ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)Word Knowledge (WK)Easy
A technician found the old machinery to be quite <b>obsolete</b>, requiring a complete upgrade.
- AFunctional
- BModern
- COutdated
- DEfficient
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Correct answer: C. Outdated
Obsolete means no longer produced or used; out of date. The context of 'requiring a complete upgrade' supports this meaning, making 'outdated' the correct synonym.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Functional means working or operating, which doesn't directly relate to the age or relevance of equipment.
- B. Modern means relating to the present or recent times, which is an antonym.
- D. Efficient means achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense, which is unrelated to being obsolete.
Obsolete
No longer produced or used; out of date.
- Often refers to technology, methods, or practices.
- Implies replacement or retirement due to newer alternatives.
- Can become obsolete due to advancements or lack of demand.
Memory trick: The 'ob' in obsolete reminds me of 'old' and 'out'.