PSAT Reading Question 467: Answer and Explanation

Question: 467

As used in line 11, "fairly" most closely means

• A. justly.
• B. relatively.
• C. equally.
• D. exclusively.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

(B) "Fairly" can be substituted with comparably here. So choice (B) is the correct choice. The idea is that the expectancy can be considered high in relation to less-developed countries. Choice (A) wrongly assumes we are using morals as judgment measures. Choice (C) inaccurately equates the expectancy rates. Choice (D) would mean that we are looking at a sole figure rather than comparing multiple figures.