What does "paradox" mean?

A A clear statement of fact

B A seemingly contradictory statement that may reveal truth

C A comparison using "like" or "as"

D An exaggeration for emphasis

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A paradox is a statement that seems self-contradictory but may contain a deeper truth.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What does "paradox" mean?" is Option B: A seemingly contradictory statement that may reveal truth.

The other options — A) A clear statement of fact, C) A comparison using "like" or "as", D) An exaggeration for emphasis — are incorrect for this English question. As explained above: A paradox is a statement that seems self-contradictory but may contain a deeper truth.

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What does "paradox" mean?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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