The correct answer is B ASSERTED. We can eliminate commented and murmured because they imply the woman is somewhat timid about what she saying, and the previous word forcefully tells us this is not the case. We can eliminate snarled because it implies anger. The only choice left is ASSERTED because it means to claim, declare, contend etc
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The first one
Explanation: Because it makes more sense then the other once
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suggesting that women’s natural curiosity will lead to trickery if it is not nurtured through education.
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