Question

context
two years ago, we decided to contemplate or carefully consider a plan of action for using alternative energy sources in our town. we contemplated or thought about what kind of energy would be best for our needs. the final types of energy we were contemplating or considering were solar and wind power, and we decided to use both. soon we will be able to contemplate or gaze upon our newly placed solar cells and wind towers!
quiz: what happens when you contemplate an action?
a. you think hard about whether you should do it or not.
b. you finish it quickly so you can start something else.
c. you do it in secret because you want it to be a surprise.

Explanation:

The context defines "contemplate" as "carefully consider" or "think about". Option a aligns with this definition as thinking hard about whether to do an action is similar to careful consideration. Options b (finishing quickly) and c (doing in secret) do not match the given meaning of "contemplate" in the context.

Answer:

A. You think hard about whether you should do it or not.