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Directions: Each of the sentences in the following items has an underlined word, followed by four choices. Select the most appropriate option that is an improvement of the underlined word in the context of the sentence, and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

The candidates went through an intensive instruction process before their absorption into the service.

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The correct answer is

induction

The correct word is "induction", which refers to a formal process of introducing someone to a new job or activity. "Immersion" refers to deep involvement, "intimation" means a hint or suggestion, and "unction" refers to a type of ointment, which is not appropriate here.

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