Question

caused by a tremor. finally, the head of the spoon moves in response to each tremor to compensate somewhat for the displacement the tremor causes. with the effects of their tremors mitigated in this way, parkinsons patients are able to feed themselves with greater ease.

currently the most sophisticated tool of its kind, the liftware spoon has received accolades from parkinsons patients who appreciate its usefulness and convenience. because of these positive reviews, pathak and his team are planning to develop other tools, including a soup spoon, a fork, and a key holder. it is their hope that liftware technology will help parkinsons patients and other tremor sufferers lead healthier, happier, and more independent lives.

what is the meaning of mitigated as used in the passage?

made less severe

removed

permanently cured

tolerated

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "mitigated", we analyze the context. The passage says the spoon's movement compensates "somewhat" for tremor - caused displacement, allowing patients to feed easier. "Removed" implies complete elimination, which isn't the case as it's only partial compensation. "Permanently cured" is incorrect because the spoon doesn't cure the tremors, just helps with their effects. "Tolerated" means enduring, which doesn't fit as the spoon is reducing the tremor's impact. "Made less severe" matches the idea of the spoon lessening the tremor's effects to help patients.

Answer:

made less severe