Question

look at this sentence: the president’s hour - long speech on the economy was accessible to young and old alike. select the definition of accessible that the sentence uses. accessible /ak - ses - uh - buhl/ adjective more accessible, most accessible 1. easy to understand: the ideas in the ancient text were surprisingly accessible. 2. able to be reached or obtained: the main post office is accessible via stairs or a ramp. 3. open to influence: the corrupt mayor was accessible to bribery. — from latin (accessibilis)

Explanation:

The sentence describes the president's speech as understandable by both young and old people, which matches the first definition of "accessible" meaning easy to understand.

Answer:

1. easy to understand: The ideas in the ancient text were surprisingly accessible.