Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Humorous
Explanation:
Given data
Concept/Approach
Identify the valid dictionary entry. "Humorous" is the correct adjective meaning "amusing". The other forms are misspellings or non-words.
Step-by-step reasoning
Humorous — correct and standard.Ganerous — not a standard word (perhaps confusion with "generous").Pupolous — not a word (looks like a malformed "populous").Maretorious — misspelling of "meritorious".
Verification/Alternative
Dictionaries list "humorous" with the "humour/humor" root + "-ous".
Common pitfalls
Selecting a near-looking but non-existent form under time pressure.
Final Answer
Correct choice: Humorous.
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