The scientist's theory, initially dismissed as radical, eventually gained widespread acceptance as new evidence emerged to _______ its core tenets.

A obfuscate

B corroborate

C belie

D undermine

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

If the theory gained acceptance due to new evidence, that evidence must have supported or confirmed the theory's tenets. "Corroborate" means to confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.

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The correct answer to the question "The scientist's theory, initially dismissed as radical, eventually gained widespread acceptance as new evidence emerged to _______ its core tenets." is Option B: corroborate.

The other options — A) obfuscate, C) belie, D) undermine — are incorrect for this GRE Exam Prep question. As explained above: If the theory gained acceptance due to new evidence, that evidence must have supported or confirmed the theory's tenets. "Corroborate" means to confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or find…

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The scientist's theory, initially dismissed as radical, eventually gained widespread acceptance as new evidence emerged to _______ its core tenets.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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