Find the synonym of the underlined word.
The fact that economists are able to distinguish virtually all of the causes of recessions does not mean they can accurately predict them.

Prevent

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Discern

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Promote

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Define

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Confound

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Solution

The correct option is B Discern
'Distinguish' means to recognize or treat (someone or something) as different.
"the child is perfectly capable of distinguishing reality from fantasy"
In this context, distinguish means to discern. Economists are able to distinguish or discern or perceive virtually all of the causes of recessions. Hence, option B is correct and the others are not because they do not provide the appropriate meaning.

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