(1) Democrats and Republicans alike have expressed deep concern about the ethics of using children, ______________facing from separation from their parents, to______________ further undocumented border crossings. (2) Not every employee is prepared for such ____________, even though studies show that low price stocks____________ investments, in the long run. Options: A . &nbspequanimity, animate B . &nbspcomplacence, distress C . &nbspcontentment, galvanize D . &nbsptrauma, dissuade E . &nbspalleviation, invigorate

Answer: Option D Answer: (d)"trauma, discourage" is the pair of words that fits in the two sentences to make both the sentences grammatically and contextually complete. Trauma means a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. Dissuade means persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action. Hence, option (d) is the most appropriate choice. Equanimity means calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation. Animate means give inspiration, encouragement, or renewed vigour to. Complacence means a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements. Distress means extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain. Contentment means a state of happiness and satisfaction. Galvanize means shock or excite (someone) into taking action. Alleviation means the action or process of making suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe. Invigorate means give strength or energy to.