Question

what is the meaning of the word categorize in paragraph 9 of the passage?
view
interpret
understand
classify
reading passage
understanding ads
1 five thousand! thats about how many advertisements you are exposed to in one day if you live in a metropolitan area. researchers estimates of the actual number vary from three hundred to six thousand, but everyone knows that ads are everywhere. advertising goes down the street with us, its on trains, planes, and buses. it shouts at us at sporting events from the banners on display and the electronic soundboards. advertising takes the form of brand names and logos on our clothing and accessories. you cant even turn on the television or check out your favorite website without watching an advertisement. at every point, advertising shouts, whispers, or cajoles us to \look at me! buy me!\ but how exactly do advertisements do it? as it turns out, just a few formats characterize the majority of ads

Explanation:

The word "categorize" means to classify or group things according to certain characteristics. Among the given options, "classify" is the closest in meaning.

Answer:

classify