Question

solving complex problems, whether scientific, social, or political, requires honest and critical appraisal of data. source science magazine in the sentence above, critical has the same or almost the same meaning as: urgent discerning dangerous pivotal

Explanation:

• "Critical" in this context means having the ability to analyze and judge carefully.
• "Discerning" also means having or showing good judgment and the ability to perceive and understand differences.
• "Urgent" means requiring immediate action.
• "Dangerous" means likely to cause harm.
• "Pivotal" means crucial or central.

Answer:

discerning