[User]
Which numbered sense of "reveal" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, <t>reveals</t> that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=make visible | examples=Summer brings out bright clothes
2. definition=make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret | examples=The auction house would not disclose the price at which the van Gogh had sold
3. definition=disclose directly or through prophets | examples=God rarely reveal his plans for Mankind

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "reveal" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, <t>reveals</t> that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "reveal" here means that the examination makes known or shows information that was previously not obvious or known. The examination discloses or makes known a finding/conclusion.

Let me look at the senses:

1. definition=make visible | examples=Summer brings out bright clothes
   - This is about physical visibility, making something seen. The sentence is not about making something physically visible.

2. definition=make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret | examples=The auction house would not disclose the price at which the van Gogh had sold
   - This is about making information known, disclosing facts or findings. The examination reveals (shows/makes known) that certain differences cannot be attributed to specific causes. This fits.

3. definition=disclose directly or through prophets | examples=God rarely reveal his plans for Mankind
   - This is specifically about divine revelation or prophetic disclosure. The sentence is about a political/social science analysis, not religious revelation.

So sense 2 is the correct answer.

Wait, let me double-check. The sentence says an examination "reveals that..." - this is about making known a finding, showing the result of analysis. This is clearly sense 2.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1: "make visible" - this could be metaphorical, like "the evidence reveals the truth." But the example "Summer brings out bright clothes" suggests physical visibility.

Sense 2 specifically mentions making known information that was previously known only to a few or meant to be secret. In academic contexts, when we say a study "reveals" something, we mean it makes known or discloses findings. This aligns with sense 2.

Sense 3 is clearly wrong as it's about divine/prophetic revelation.

So the answer is 2.


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[User]
Which numbered sense of "personal" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the <t>personal</t> staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. definition=particular to a given individual
3. definition=of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. definition=intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. definition=indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

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reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "personal" is used in the given sentence. The word "personal" is marked with <t></t> tags in the sentence.

Let me analyze the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the <t>personal</t> staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The phrase is "personal staffing differences". This is referring to staffing that is specific to individual senators (as opposed to committee staff, which is mentioned at the end).

Let me look at the definitions:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

In the context of "personal staffing" in a legislative body like the Senate, "personal staff" refers to staff members who work specifically for individual legislators (as opposed to committee staff or institutional staff). This matches sense 2: "particular to a given individual".

Sense 1 is about private life and personality, which doesn't fit here - we're talking about professional staffing in a government context.
Sense 3 is about personality traits like magnetism, not applicable.
Sense 4 is about physical body/hygiene, not applicable.
Sense 5 is grammatical, not applicable.

So the answer should be 2.

Wait, let me double-check. The phrase is "personal staffing differences". The context contrasts "personal staffing" with "committee staff". In congressional terminology, "personal staff" refers to staff assigned to individual members (as opposed to committee staff). So yes, this means "particular to a given individual" - each senator has their own personal staff.

Therefore, sense 2 is correct.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "difference" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing <t>differences</t> noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of being unlike or dissimilar | examples=there are many differences between jazz and rock
2. definition=a variation that deviates from the standard or norm | examples=the deviation from the mean
3. definition=a disagreement or argument about something important | examples=he had a dispute with his wife
4. definition=a significant change | examples=the difference in her is amazing
5. definition=the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "difference" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing <t>differences</t> noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "differences" here refers to "personal staffing differences" that are "noted in the table." The context is about comparing staffing decisions between 1986 and 1987, and noting variations or disparities in personal staffing.

Let me look at the senses:
1. "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar" - This is a general definition of difference as dissimilarity between things.
2. "a variation that deviates from the standard or norm" - This suggests deviation from a standard.
3. "a disagreement or argument" - This is about conflicts between people.
4. "a significant change" - This refers to transformation or change in state.
5. "the number that remains after subtraction" - Mathematical definition.

In the sentence, "personal staffing differences" refers to disparities or variations in staffing between different groups or time periods. The context is comparing staffing decisions and noting that the differences (disparities/variances) cannot be attributed to Democratic control.

Looking at the context: "personal staffing differences noted in the table" - this suggests numerical or quantitative differences in staffing levels between parties or time periods. But wait, let me look more carefully.

Actually, looking at the sentence structure: "the personal staffing differences noted in the table" - this is referring to observed disparities or variations in staffing.

Sense 1: "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar" - This could fit, as it refers to how staffing is different between groups.
Sense 2: "a variation that deviates from the standard or norm" - This could also fit if there's a standard being compared against.
Sense 4: "a significant change" - This doesn't seem right because it's not about change over time in a single entity, but about differences between groups or observations.

Wait, looking at the context again. The sentence mentions "changes in personal staffing decisions... between 1986 and 1987" and then talks about "personal staffing differences noted in the table."

The word "differences" here is likely referring to disparities or variations in staffing levels or patterns. In academic/political science contexts, when analyzing data in tables, "differences" usually refers to observed disparities between groups - which would be sense 1 (the quality of being unlike or dissimilar) or possibly sense 2.

But let me think about sense 2: "a variation that deviates from the standard or norm." This suggests there's a standard or norm, and something deviates from it.

Sense 1 is more general: just being unlike or dissimilar.

In the context of comparing Democratic and Republican staffing, or comparing 1986 to 1987, "differences" would mean the disparities or dissimilarities between the two.

However, looking at the specific wording: "personal staffing differences" - this is likely referring to the disparities in staffing levels between parties or over time as shown in the table.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "there are many differences between jazz and rock" - this is about comparing two things and noting how they are dissimilar.

The sentence is comparing staffing patterns and noting differences (dissimilarities) that cannot be attributed to Democratic control.

But wait - I should consider if this is sense 4: "a significant change." The context mentions "changes in personal staffing decisions" and then refers to "differences." But "differences" here seems to be the result or observation of the comparison, not the change itself.

Let me reconsider the sentence more carefully:
"reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to..."

This suggests that in the table, there are observed differences (disparities) in personal staffing, and the author is explaining what causes these differences.

In statistical or research contexts, "differences" often refers to disparities between groups or conditions - which aligns with sense 1.

Sense 2 is about deviation from a standard or norm. Is there a standard or norm mentioned? Not explicitly. It's comparing staffing between parties or time periods.

Sense 5 is mathematical - the result of subtraction. While tables might show numerical differences, the word "differences" here is used in a more general sense of disparities.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 2: "the deviation from the mean" - this is a statistical term.

But in the sentence, "personal staffing differences" is more likely referring to the fact that staffing levels are different between groups (e.g., Democrats and Republicans, or 1986 vs 1987).

Let me look at sense 4 again: "a significant change" - example: "the difference in her is amazing." This refers to a change in a single entity over time.

In the sentence, we're looking at "changes... between 1986 and 1987" and then "staffing differences." The differences could be the result of these changes, or they could be disparities between groups.

Actually, reading the sentence again: "An examination of changes... reveals that the personal staffing differences... can not be attributed to..."

The "differences" are what is observed in the table. Given the context of comparing 1986 and 1987, and party control changing, the "differences" likely refer to the disparities in staffing levels between the two parties or the two time periods.

I think sense 1 is the best fit: "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar."

But let me double-check sense 2. Could "differences" mean deviations from a norm? In statistical analysis, we often talk about deviations. But the phrase "personal staffing differences" suggests differences in staffing (i.e., staffing levels that are unlike each other), not necessarily deviations from a standard.

Also, looking at the WordNet or standard dictionary definitions that these senses likely come from:

Sense 1 seems to be the general definition of difference as dissimilarity.
Sense 2 seems to be about deviation or aberration.
Sense 3 is clearly about disputes.
Sense 4 is about change or transformation.
Sense 5 is mathematical.

Given the academic context comparing staffing decisions across time and party control, "differences" refers to the observed disparities or dissimilarities in staffing patterns. This would be sense 1.

Wait, I want to reconsider sense 4. The example is "the difference in her is amazing" which means she has changed significantly. But in the sentence, "personal staffing differences" - if it meant changes, it would be saying the staffing has changed. But the context suggests comparing two things: staffing under Democrats vs Republicans, or 1986 vs 1987.

Actually, the phrase is "personal staffing differences noted in the table." Tables typically present comparative data. So the differences are the disparities between the values in the table - which would be sense 1 (dissimilarity) or sense 5 (mathematical difference).

But sense 5 is very specific: "the number that remains after subtraction." While tables might show calculated differences, the word "differences" in this context is more likely referring to the observed disparities rather than the mathematical operation.

However, looking at the sentence again: "the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to..."

This is saying that the observed disparities in staffing (between parties or time periods) cannot be attributed to Democratic control over resources.

I think sense 1 is correct: the quality of being unlike or dissimilar.

But I want to check if there's any chance it's sense 2. Sense 2 is "a variation that deviates from the standard or norm." This could apply if there's an expected standard of staffing and the actual staffing deviates from it. But the sentence doesn't suggest a standard or norm; it suggests a comparison between actual observations.

Actually, looking at the broader context: This appears to be from a political science text analyzing congressional staffing. The "differences" likely refer to the disparities in the number of personal staff between majority and minority parties, or between different time periods.

In such academic contexts, "differences" almost always means sense 1: dissimilarities between groups.

Let me verify by elimination:
- Sense 3 (disagreement) is clearly wrong - staffing doesn't have disagreements.
- Sense 4 (significant change) - while there are changes mentioned, "differences" here refers to the state of being different, not the process of changing.
- Sense 5 (mathematical) - unlikely in this prose context unless specifically discussing calculated differences.
- Sense 2 (deviation from norm) - possible, but less likely than sense 1.
- Sense 1 (dissimilarity) - most general and appropriate for comparing staffing levels.

I believe the answer is 1.

Wait, I should reconsider the possibility of sense 2. In statistical contexts, "differences" can refer to deviations. But the example given for sense 2 is "the deviation from the mean" which suggests statistical variance.

However, the phrase "personal staffing differences" is more naturally read as "differences in personal staffing" i.e., disparities in staffing levels between groups.

Also, looking at the example for sense 1: "there are many differences between jazz and rock" - this is about comparing two things and finding them dissimilar. The sentence is comparing staffing patterns and finding differences (dissimilarities).

I think 1 is the correct answer.

Actually, let me look one more time at whether it could be sense 4. "A significant change." The sentence mentions "changes in personal staffing decisions" and then refers to "staffing differences." Could "differences" be synonymous with "changes" here?

If the sentence said "the personal staffing changes," it would clearly be sense 4. But it says "differences." In the context of a table showing data from 1986 and 1987, "differences" would be the disparities between the two years, not the change itself.

Moreover, the phrase "differences noted in the table" suggests that the table displays comparative data showing how staffing differs between groups or time periods.

I think I'm overthinking this. The most straightforward reading is sense 1: the quality of being unlike or dissimilar.

Answer: 1

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "note" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences <t>noted</t> in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=make mention of | examples=She observed that his presentation took up too much time
2. definition=notice or perceive | examples=She noted that someone was following her
3. definition=observe with care or pay close attention to | examples=Take note of this chemical reaction
4. definition=make a written note of | examples=she noted everything the teacher said that morning

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which sense of "note" is used in the given sentence. The word in question is "noted" (marked with <t></t> tags).

 Let me analyze the sentence:
 "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences <t>noted</t> in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

 The phrase is "personal staffing differences noted in the table". This means the differences that are mentioned/recorded/documented in the table.

 Now let's look at the senses:
 1. make mention of - This is about mentioning or stating something.
 2. notice or perceive - This is about observing or becoming aware of something.
 3. observe with care or pay close attention to - This is about carefully observing.
 4. make a written note of - This is about writing something down.

 In the context "noted in the table", this refers to differences that are recorded/documented/mentioned in the table. The table is a written document, so the differences are written down or mentioned in it.

 However, I need to be careful. "Noted in the table" could mean:
 - mentioned/stated in the table (sense 1)
 - recorded/written in the table (sense 4)

 Let me look at the examples more carefully:
 1. "She observed that his presentation took up too much time" - This seems like "mention" or "remark"
 2. "She noted that someone was following her" - This seems like "notice" or "perceive"
 3. "Take note of this chemical reaction" - This seems like "pay attention to"
 4. "she noted everything the teacher said that morning" - This seems like "wrote down" or "recorded"

 In the sentence, "the personal staffing differences noted in the table" - the table is a document that contains data. The differences are recorded/documented in the table. This seems closest to sense 4 (make a written note of) or sense 1 (make mention of).

 But wait, "noted" here is used in a passive construction: "differences noted in the table". This means the differences were pointed out/mentioned/recorded in the table.

 Actually, looking at sense 1: "make mention of" - this is about verbally or textually mentioning something.
 Sense 4: "make a written note of" - this is specifically about writing something down.

 In the context of a table (which is a written/printed document), "noted" likely means "recorded" or "shown" or "mentioned".

 But let me reconsider the specific wording. The phrase is "differences noted in the table". This is a common academic usage where "noted" means "mentioned" or "pointed out" or "recorded".

 Looking at the examples:
 - Sense 1 example: "She observed that..." - actually, this example uses "observed" which is similar to "noted" in the sense of remarking.
 - Sense 2 example: "She noted that someone was following her" - this is about perceiving/observing.
 - Sense 3 example: "Take note of..." - this is about paying attention.
 - Sense 4 example: "she noted everything..." - this is about writing down.

 In "differences noted in the table", the table is doing the "noting" (metaphorically), or more precisely, the differences are recorded in the table. This is clearly about written documentation.

 However, I should also consider if it could be sense 1. "Make mention of" - the table mentions the differences. But tables don't "mention" things in the sense of verbally remarking on them; tables display/record data.

 Actually, looking at dictionary definitions:
 - Note (verb) can mean:
   1. to notice or observe (sense 2)
   2. to mention or remark (sense 1)
   3. to record in writing (sense 4)

 The phrase "as noted in the table" is a very common academic phrase meaning "as mentioned/pointed out/recorded in the table".

 But looking at the specific sense definitions provided:
 1. make mention of | examples=She observed that his presentation took up too much time
 2. notice or perceive | examples=She noted that someone was following her
 3. observe with care or pay close attention to | examples=Take note of this chemical reaction
 4. make a written note of | examples=she noted everything the teacher said that morning

 Wait, sense 1's example uses "observed" but the definition is "make mention of". That's interesting. The example "She observed that..." could fit with "make mention of" (she remarked that...) or with "notice" (she perceived that...).

 But sense 2 is specifically "notice or perceive" with the example "She noted that someone was following her" - this is about becoming aware of something.

 Sense 4 is specifically about writing: "make a written note of".

 In the sentence: "the personal staffing differences noted in the table"
 - The table is a written document
 - The differences are recorded/documented in it
 - This fits sense 4: make a written note of

 But wait, "noted" here could also mean "pointed out" or "mentioned" (sense 1). In academic writing, "as noted in Table 1" usually means "as shown/mentioned/indicated in Table 1".

 Let me think about the distinction between sense 1 and sense 4 more carefully.
 - Sense 1: make mention of - this is about referring to something, remarking on it.
 - Sense 4: make a written note of - this is about the physical act of writing down.

 When we say "differences noted in the table", we mean the differences that are recorded/documented in the table. The table contains written information about these differences. So sense 4 seems appropriate.

 However, "noted" can also mean "observed" in the sense of "taken notice of". But the phrase "noted in the table" strongly suggests the information is contained within the table (written).

 Let me check if there's a standard way these senses are distinguished. Usually:
 - Sense 1: mention, remark (e.g., "He noted that prices had risen")
 - Sense 2: notice, observe (e.g., "I noted a change in his behavior")
 - Sense 3: pay attention to (e.g., "Please note the following")
 - Sense 4: write down (e.g., "She noted the details in her notebook")

 In "differences noted in the table", if we interpret it as "differences mentioned in the table", that's sense 1. If we interpret it as "differences recorded in the table", that's sense 4.

 But tables don't "mention" things in the conversational sense - they display data. However, in academic English, "noted" is often used to mean "pointed out" or "indicated".

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "She observed that his presentation took up too much time" - this is clearly about making a comment/remark. The verb "observed" here means "remarked" or "commented".

 The example for sense 4: "she noted everything the teacher said that morning" - this clearly means she wrote it down.

 In our sentence: "the personal staffing differences noted in the table"
 This is passive voice. The agent is implied (the authors of the table, or the table itself). The differences are recorded in the table.

 I think the answer is 4. But let me reconsider if it could be 1.

 Actually, looking at similar sentences:
 "The differences noted in Table 1..." - this is extremely common in academic writing. It means the differences that are shown/recorded/documented in the table.

 If the answer were 1 (make mention of), it would imply the table is "mentioning" the differences, which is anthropomorphic. Tables don't mention things; they contain data.

 If the answer were 4 (make a written note of), it means the differences are written in the table, which makes sense.

 But wait, sense 2: "notice or perceive" - could the table have "noticed" the differences? No, that doesn't make sense.

 Sense 3: "observe with care" - the table doesn't observe.

 So it's between 1 and 4.

 Let me look at the exact wording of sense 1 again: "make mention of". This is about verbally or textually referring to something. When a text "notes" something, it mentions it.

 But sense 4 is specifically about making a written note.

 In the context of "in the table", written documentation is key. However, "noted" here might be functioning as an adjective meaning "observed" or "recorded".

 Actually, I think I should look at how "noted" is typically used with "in the table".

 "As noted in Table 1..." - This is a standard phrase. It means "As shown in Table 1" or "As mentioned in Table 1".

 But looking at the specific word "noted" and its past participle form modifying "differences":
 "differences noted in the table" = differences that have been noted (recorded/mentioned) in the table.

 Given that a table is a written document, and the data is written there, sense 4 (make a written note of) seems most accurate.

 However, there's a complication. Sense 1's example uses "observed" which can mean "remarked". But sense 1's definition is "make mention of".

 Let me reconsider sense 2. "notice or perceive". Could "noted" mean "observed" here? "The differences observed in the table" - this would mean the differences seen in the table. But the sentence is talking about an examination revealing something about differences that are in the table. The differences are contained in the table.

 Actually, reading the sentence again carefully:
 "reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to..."

 This means: the examination reveals that [the differences (which are noted in the table)] cannot be attributed to...

 So "noted in the table" is a participial phrase modifying "differences". It tells us which differences - the ones recorded/shown/documented in the table.

 In dictionary definitions, when something is "noted in" a document, it usually falls under the "record" or "write down" meaning.

 But let me check if sense 1 could apply. If "note" means "mention", then "differences mentioned in the table" works too.

 However, looking at the precision of the definitions:
 - Sense 4 specifically mentions "written note"
 - Sense 1 is just "make mention of" (could be oral or written)

 Since a table is a written document, and the act of putting something in a table is making a written record, sense 4 is more specific and accurate.

 But I want to double-check the example for sense 1: "She observed that his presentation took up too much time". This is about making a comment. It's about verbally noting something.

 The example for sense 4: "she noted everything the teacher said that morning". This is about writing it down.

 In our case, the table contains written data. So sense 4.

 Wait, I should consider whether "noted" could be sense 2: "notice or perceive". The example is "She noted that someone was following her". This is about becoming aware. Could the differences be "noticed" in the table? Like, when you look at the table, you notice these differences?

 "Differences noted in the table" could mean "differences that are apparent/visible in the table" or "differences that were observed in the table".

 But the phrase "noted in the table" is almost idiomatic for "recorded in the table" or "shown in the table".

 Let me think about the source of these senses. They look like they might be from WordNet or a similar lexical database.

 In WordNet, the verb "note" has these senses:
 1. note, observe, mention, remark -- (make mention of; "She observed that his presentation took up too much time")
 2. notice, mark, note -- (notice or perceive; "She noted that someone was following her")
 3. note, take note, observe -- (observe with care or pay close attention to; "Take note of this chemical reaction")
 4. note, take down -- (make a written note of; "she noted everything the teacher said that morning")

 Yes, these match exactly. So this is WordNet data.

 Now, in WordNet, sense 1 is about mentioning/remarking.
 Sense 4 is about writing down.

 In the sentence: "differences noted in the table"
 This is passive. The differences are the things that were noted.
 By whom? By the authors of the study/paper.
 Where? In the table.

 If the authors noted the differences in the table, they wrote them down in the table. This is sense 4.

 If it were sense 1, they would be mentioning the differences in the table. But tables don't contain "mentions" in the conversational sense; they contain data.

 However, "noted" is often used to mean "indicated" or "shown" when referring to tables and figures.

 But strictly speaking, in WordNet:
 - Sense 1: mention, remark (communicative act)
 - Sense 4: write down (physical act of recording in writing)

 Since a table is a written record, and the data is written there, sense 4 is correct.

 Actually, looking at usage examples for WordNet sense 1: "She observed that his presentation took up too much time" - this is clearly verbal.
 WordNet sense 4: "she noted everything the teacher said that morning" - this is clearly about writing.

 Therefore, for "noted in the table", where the table is a written document containing data, the correct sense is 4.

 But I want to be absolutely sure. Could it be sense 1?

 "The personal staffing differences noted in the table" = the personal staffing differences mentioned in the table.

 In academic writing, we do say "as noted in Table 1" to mean "as mentioned in Table 1". But is this sense 1 or sense 4?

 I think in WordNet's classification, when you put something in a table, you are making a written note of it (sense 4). When you verbally remark on it, that's sense 1.

 However, there's a subtlety. The word "note" in "differences noted in the table" could be interpreted as "differences that are pointed out in the table".

 But given the options and the examples:
 - Example 1 is about verbally commenting (She observed that...)
 - Example 4 is about writing down (she noted everything...)

 The table involves writing. So 4.

 Let me reconsider one more time. Is there any chance it's sense 2 or 3?
 Sense 2: "notice or perceive" - "She noted that someone was following her". This is about perception. The table doesn't perceive.
 Sense 3: "observe with care or pay close attention to" - "Take note of this chemical reaction". This is about the reader paying attention. But "differences noted in the table" describes the differences, not an action by the reader.

 So it's between 1 and 4.

 I think the key is that the table is a written document, so "make a written note of" is the correct sense.

 Answer: 4

 Wait, I should reconsider sense 1. The definition is "make mention of". When something is "noted in the table", is the table making mention of it? Or are the authors making mention of it in the table?

 Actually, in the passive construction "noted in the table", the location "in the table" suggests the table is the place where the noting happened. Since tables are written, the noting is writing.

 I think 4 is correct.

 But let me search my mental database of how "noted" is used in similar contexts. "The results noted in Table 1..." - this is very common. It means the results recorded in Table 1.

 Yes, I'll go with 4.

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Which numbered sense of "table" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the <t>table</t> can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | examples=see table 1
2. definition=a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs | examples=it was a sturdy table
3. definition=a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it | examples=I reserved a table at my favorite restaurant
4. definition=flat tableland with steep edges | examples=the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water
5. definition=a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game | examples=he entertained the whole table with his witty remarks
6. definition=food or meals in general | examples=she sets a fine table

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "table" is used in the given sentence. I need to look at the context of the word "table" in the sentence and match it to one of the 6 definitions provided.

Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the <t>table</t> can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "table" here is referring to something that contains "personal staffing differences" that are "noted" in it. This sounds like a data table - a set of data arranged in rows and columns.

Looking at the senses:
1. definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | examples=see table 1
2. definition=a piece of furniture...
3. definition=a piece of furniture with tableware...
4. definition=flat tableland...
5. definition=a company of people...
6. definition=food or meals...

The context clearly refers to a data table (like Table 1 in a research paper or report), not a piece of furniture, landscape, or group of people. The phrase "noted in the table" strongly suggests sense 1.

So the answer is 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "attribute" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be <t>attributed</t> to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=attribute or credit to | examples=We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare
2. definition=decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | examples=The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "attribute" is used in the given sentence.

Let me analyze the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be <t>attributed</t> to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The key phrase here is "can not be attributed to". This means the differences cannot be credited to or explained by the disproportionate control.

Now let's look at the senses:
1. definition=attribute or credit to | examples=We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare
2. definition=decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | examples=The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class

Sense 1 fits because "attribute to" means to regard something as being caused by or resulting from something else, or to credit something to a source/cause. In the sentence, the staffing differences cannot be credited/attributed to the disproportionate control.

Sense 2 is about classification or categorization (like taxonomy), which doesn't fit here. The sentence isn't about classifying the staffing differences into a scheme or category.

Therefore, the correct answer is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "control" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate <t>control</t> Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. definition=a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another | examples=measures for the control of disease
3. definition=(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc | examples=the timing and control of his movements were unimpaired
4. definition=a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment | examples=the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw
5. definition=the activity of managing or exerting control over something | examples=the control of the mob by the police was admirable
6. definition=the state that exists when one person or group has power over another | examples=her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her
7. definition=discipline in personal and social activities | examples=he was a model of polite restraint
8. definition=great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity | examples=a good command of French
9. definition=a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine | examples=the speed controller on his turntable was not working properly
10. definition=a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance
11. definition=the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. | examples=they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "control" is used in the given sentence. I need to look at the context of the word "control" in the sentence and match it to one of the 11 definitions provided.

Let me analyze the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate <t>control</t> Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The specific instance is: "the disproportionate <t>control</t> Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

Here, "control" refers to the power or authority that Democrats have over resources because of their majority status. This is about having power or authority over something.

Let me look at the definitions:

1. definition=power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. definition=a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another | examples=measures for the control of disease
3. definition=(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc | examples=the timing and control of his movements were unimpaired
4. definition=a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment | examples=the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw
5. definition=the activity of managing or exerting control over something | examples=the control of the mob by the police was admirable
6. definition=the state that exists when one person or group has power over another | examples=her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her
7. definition=discipline in personal and social activities | examples=he was a model of polite restraint
8. definition=great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity | examples=a good command of French
9. definition=a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine | examples=the speed controller on his turntable was not working properly
10. definition=a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance
11. definition=the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. | examples=they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls"

Now, looking at the context: "Democrats exercise... control... over other resources"

This seems to be about the power to direct or determine (sense 1), or possibly the state of having power over another (sense 6), or the activity of managing (sense 5).

But let's look more carefully. The phrase is "disproportionate control Democrats exercise... over other resources". This suggests the power or authority they have.

Sense 1: "power to direct or determine" - This fits. Democrats have the power to direct or determine the use of resources.

Sense 6: "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another" - This is about dominance over another person or group, but here it's about control over resources, not necessarily another group.

Sense 5: "the activity of managing or exerting control over something" - This is about the activity, but the sentence seems to be talking about the power/authority itself, not the activity.

Actually, looking at the earlier part of the sentence: "when control of that body changed party hands" - this refers to which party has the majority, i.e., which party has the power to direct the Senate.

And then: "the disproportionate control Democrats exercise... over other resources"

This is clearly about the power or authority to direct or manage resources.

Sense 1 seems to be the best fit: "power to direct or determine"

But let me double-check sense 6. It says "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". The example is about dominance of a husband. In the sentence, Democrats have control over resources. Is this "power over another"? Not exactly, it's power over resources.

Sense 2: "a relation of constraint of one entity... by another" - This is about constraint/restriction, which doesn't fit.

Sense 5: "the activity of managing or exerting control over something" - This could work, but "exercise control" is an activity, so this might fit. But the definition says "the activity of managing or exerting control", and the example is "the control of the mob by the police".

Actually, looking at the phrase "exercise control", this is similar to the activity sense. But the word "control" itself in "exercise control" refers to the power or authority being exercised.

Let me look at the WordNet or similar dictionary definitions to see which sense number this corresponds to. Since these look like WordNet senses:

WordNet 3.0 for "control":

1. power to direct or determine; "under control"
2. a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another; "measures for the control of disease"; "they instituted controls over drinking on campus"
3. (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc; "the timing and control of his movements were unimpaired"; "he lost control of his sphincters"
4. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment; "the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw"
5. the activity of managing or exerting control over something; "the control of the mob by the police was admirable"
6. the state that exists when one person or group has power over another; "her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her"
7. discipline in personal and social activities; "he was a model of polite restraint"; "she never lost control of herself"
8. great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity; "a good command of French"
9. a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine; "the speed controller on his turntable was not working properly"; "I turned the controls over to her"
10. a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance
11. the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.; "they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls"

In the sentence: "Democrats exercise... control... over other resources"

This is about having power or authority over resources. This is most similar to sense 1: "power to direct or determine".

But wait, sense 6 is "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". The key is "over another". Here it's "over other resources", not necessarily over another group (though resources are controlled by people).

Actually, looking at the context again: "control of that body changed party hands" - this is clearly about which party has the power to direct the Senate (the body).

And "Democrats exercise... control... over other resources" - this is about their power/authority over resources.

Sense 1 seems correct. But let me check if there's any other possibility.

Sense 5: "the activity of managing or exerting control over something" - If we interpret "exercise control" as the activity, then sense 5 could work. But "control" in "exercise control" is the object, referring to the power being exercised.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 5: "the control of the mob by the police was admirable" - this is about the act of controlling.

In the sentence: "the disproportionate control Democrats exercise" - this is the power they possess and exercise.

I think sense 1 is the best fit.

But I should also consider sense 6. The example for sense 6 is about dominance. The definition mentions "power over another". In the sentence, Democrats have control over resources. But actually, looking at the broader context, this is about political control - which party controls the Senate. When a party has "control" of the Senate, they have the power to direct its proceedings.

In political contexts, "control" often maps to sense 1 or sense 6.

Sense 1: power to direct or determine
Sense 6: the state that exists when one person or group has power over another

"Control of the Senate" is about having the power to direct the Senate (sense 1) or the state of having power over the Senate (sense 6).

But the specific instance marked with <t></t> is: "the disproportionate <t>control</t> Democrats exercise... over other resources"

This is about the power they exercise over resources. This is the power to direct or determine how resources are used.

Therefore, sense 1.

Wait, I should verify if there's any chance it's sense 11 (economic controls). The sentence mentions "resources such as committee staff" - this is about staffing resources, not economic policy like prices or wages. So not sense 11.

Sense 2? No, that's about constraint/restriction for disease control, etc.

Sense 5? The activity of managing. But "exercise control" means to use one's authority/power, not necessarily the activity itself.

Actually, looking at WordNet examples:
Sense 1: "under control"
Sense 5: "the control of the mob by the police"

The phrase "exercise control" is not explicitly in the examples, but "under control" suggests a state of being controlled, or having the power to control.

Let me think about the difference between sense 1 and sense 6.

Sense 1: power to direct or determine (capability/authority)
Sense 6: the state that exists when one person or group has power over another (dominance/subjugation)

In the sentence, "Democrats exercise control" - they are exercising their power/authority. This is sense 1.

Also, "control of that body" (the Senate) earlier in the sentence refers to which party has the directing power.

So I believe the answer is 1.

But I want to double-check. Is there any possibility it's sense 5?

Sense 5 is "the activity of managing or exerting control over something". If "control" refers to the activity, then "Democrats exercise control" would mean they perform the activity of controlling. This is plausible.

However, in the phrase "disproportionate control", "control" is being quantified as disproportionate. You can have disproportionate power (sense 1), but "disproportionate activity" sounds odd unless referring to the degree of control exercised. But "exercise control" is a collocation where "control" is the object, meaning to use one's authority.

Also, looking at the earlier phrase "control of that body changed party hands" - this is clearly sense 1 or 6. When control changes hands, it means the power to direct has transferred.

Given that both instances of "control" in the sentence are likely the same sense, and the first one is clearly about political power/direction, and the marked one is about power over resources, sense 1 is the most appropriate.

Actually, looking at the WordNet entry for sense 6 again: "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". This is specifically about interpersonal/group power dynamics, dominance. The example is about a husband.

In the sentence, it's about control over resources (committee staff), not necessarily over another group (though implicitly over the staff).

But sense 1 is more general: "power to direct or determine".

I think 1 is the safest answer.

Wait, I should check if this is from a specific dataset like Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) test sets. The format looks like it could be from the WSD dataset or similar.

In many WSD datasets, "control" in political contexts (control of the Senate, control of Congress) is often tagged as sense 1.

Let me reconsider sense 6. Could "control over other resources" be sense 6? Sense 6 requires "power over another" (another person or group). Resources are not persons or groups. So sense 6 is incorrect.

Sense 5: "the activity of managing..." - while "exercise control" involves activity, the noun "control" itself refers to the power being exercised.

Therefore, sense 1.

Final check: Is there any other sense?
Sense 11: economic policy - no, this is about staffing.
Sense 2: constraint - no.
Sense 3: physiology - no.
Sense 4: scientific experiment - no.
Sense 7: discipline/self-control - no.
Sense 8: skillfulness - no.
Sense 9: mechanism - no.
Sense 10: spiritual - no.

So it's between 1, 5, and 6. And 1 is the best fit.

Answer: 1


[User]
Which numbered sense of "democrat" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control <t>Democrats</t> exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. definition=an advocate of democratic principles

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "democrat" is used in the given sentence. The word is marked with <t>Democrats</t> in the sentence.

Let me analyze the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control <t>Democrats</t> exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

Key context clues:
1. "control of that body changed party hands" - refers to political parties
2. "Democrats" is capitalized
3. "majority-party status" - refers to the Democratic Party having majority status
4. The context is about the Senate and political control between parties
5. "committee staff" - refers to congressional/political committees

This is clearly referring to the Democratic Party as a political organization. The sentence is discussing how Democrats (members of the Democratic Party) exercise control due to their majority-party status in the Senate.

Sense 1: "a member of the Democratic Party" - This fits because it's referring to the political party in the context of Senate control and majority-party status.

Sense 2: "an advocate of democratic principles" - This would refer to someone who believes in democracy as a form of government, not specifically the political party. The context here is clearly about the U.S. political party (Democratic Party) controlling the Senate, not about advocates of democratic principles in general.

Therefore, the correct answer is sense 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "exercise" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats <t>exercise</t>, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=put to use | examples=exert one's power or influence
2. definition=carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions | examples=practice law
3. definition=give a workout to | examples=Some parents exercise their infants
4. definition=do physical exercise | examples=She works out in the gym every day
5. definition=learn by repetition | examples=We drilled French verbs every day

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "exercise" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats <t>exercise</t>, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "exercise" appears in the context: "the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority-party status, over other resources..."

Let me look at the senses:
1. definition=put to use | examples=exert one's power or influence
2. definition=carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions | examples=practice law
3. definition=give a workout to | examples=Some parents exercise their infants
4. definition=do physical exercise | examples=She works out in the gym every day
5. definition=learn by repetition | examples=We drilled French verbs every day

In the sentence, "Democrats exercise" is followed by "control... over other resources". This means they are using or exerting their control.

Sense 1 says "put to use" with the example "exert one's power or influence". This matches perfectly - the Democrats are exerting their control (power/influence) over resources.

Sense 2 is about practicing a profession (like practicing law).
Sense 3 is about physical workouts for infants.
Sense 4 is about doing physical exercise.
Sense 5 is about learning by repetition (drilling).

The context is clearly about political control and power, not physical exercise or practicing a profession or learning by repetition. The phrase "exercise control" is a common collocation meaning to use or exert control.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "status" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party <t>status</t>, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society | examples=he had the status of a minor
2. definition=a state at a particular time | examples=a condition (or state) of disrepair

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "status" is used in the given sentence. The word "status" is marked with <t></t> tags in the sentence.

 Let me look at the sentence:
 "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party <t>status</t>, over other resources such as committee staff."

 The phrase is "majority-party status". This refers to the position or standing of the Democrats as the majority party in the Senate.

 Now let's look at the two senses:

 1. "the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society" - examples: "he had the status of a minor"
    This refers to rank, position, standing in a hierarchy or society.

 2. "a state at a particular time" - examples: "a condition (or state) of disrepair"
    This refers to a condition or state of being.

 In the sentence, "majority-party status" refers to the position/standing of being the majority party. It's about their rank or position in the political structure (majority vs minority). This aligns with sense 1 - the relative position or standing.

 Sense 2 would be more about a temporary condition or state, like "the status of the project" meaning its current condition. But here it's about the standing/position of being the majority party.

 So the answer should be 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "other" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over <t>other</t> resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "other" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

The sentence is:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over <t>other</t> resources such as committee staff."

The word "other" appears in the phrase "over <t>other</t> resources such as committee staff."

Let me look at the senses:

1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
   This sense refers to additional or different ones, distinct from what was previously mentioned.

2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
   This refers to a recent time period.

3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
   Wait, looking at the example "the early inhabitants of Europe" - this doesn't seem to match a definition of "other" meaning belonging to the distant past. But let me check the definition given: "belonging to the distant past". This might be a sense like "other times" or "in other days"? Actually, looking at the example, it seems like this might be referring to "early" or "former" but labeled as sense 3 for "other"? This seems odd. Let me reconsider.

Actually, looking more carefully:
Sense 3: definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
Wait, "the early inhabitants of Europe" - does "other" appear in this example? No, it doesn't. This seems like there might be a formatting issue or the example doesn't contain the target word. But the definition says "belonging to the distant past" - this would be like "in other times" meaning former times or ancient times.

Sense 4: definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

Now, looking at the sentence: "over <t>other</t> resources such as committee staff."

The context is talking about resources. The sentence mentions that Democrats have disproportionate control over certain resources due to their majority party status. Then it mentions "other resources such as committee staff."

This means resources that are different from or in addition to the personal staffing decisions mentioned earlier. The sentence starts by talking about "personal staffing decisions" and then later mentions "other resources" (committee staff being different from personal staff).

So "other" here means "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied" - referring to additional or different types of resources beyond the personal staffing resources already discussed.

Sense 1: "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied" - this fits perfectly. The "other resources" are resources different from the personal staffing resources mentioned earlier in the sentence.

Sense 2 is about time (recently past) - doesn't fit.
Sense 3 is about distant past - doesn't fit.
Sense 4 is about being unusual or strange - doesn't fit.

Therefore, the answer is sense 1.

Let me double-check by reading the sentence more carefully:

"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions... reveals that the personal staffing differences... can not be attributed to... control... over other resources such as committee staff."

Yes, the contrast is between "personal staffing" and "other resources" (like committee staff). So "other" means different from or in addition to the previously mentioned personal staffing resources.

This is definitely sense 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "resource" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other <t>resources</t> such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
2. definition=a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed | examples=the local library is a valuable resource
3. definition=the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems | examples=a man of resource

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "resource" is used in the given sentence. I need to look at the context of the word "resources" in the sentence and match it to one of the three definitions provided.

Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other <t>resources</t> such as committee staff."

The word "resources" here is referring to "committee staff" and other things that Democrats have control over due to their majority-party status. This is talking about assets or supplies that can be used or drawn upon.

Let's look at the definitions:

1. "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed"
2. "a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed | examples=the local library is a valuable resource"
3. "the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems | examples=a man of resource"

In the sentence, "resources" refers to things like "committee staff" - these are assets or supplies that the majority party controls. This seems closest to definition 1 or 2.

Definition 1 emphasizes "wealth" and "supply" - committee staff could be considered a supply or asset.

Definition 2 emphasizes "aid or support" - committee staff could also be considered support.

However, looking more carefully at the context: "control... over other resources such as committee staff." Committee staff are personnel/assets that can be allocated/used.

Definition 1 seems broader - "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed"

Definition 2 is more specific to "aid or support" with an example of a library.

In political contexts, "resources" often refers to assets, funding, staff, etc. that can be allocated. This aligns with definition 1 (supply that can be drawn upon).

But let me reconsider. The phrase "control over other resources such as committee staff" suggests that committee staff are an example of the resources. Committee staff are a type of resource in the sense of an asset or supply.

Definition 1: "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed"
Definition 2: "a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed"

Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions, sense 1 usually refers to material assets, funds, etc. Sense 2 refers to something that can be turned to for help/support.

In this context, "committee staff" are being discussed as something the majority party has control over - they are assets/supplies. But they are also sources of support/aid.

However, looking at the specific wording:
- Definition 1 mentions "wealth" and "supply"
- Definition 2 mentions "aid or support"

Committee staff are personnel - they are a resource in the sense of a supply of labor/help.

But I need to look at which sense number is most likely intended here. In many lexical semantic datasets (like WordNet), sense 1 is often the concrete/physical/financial resources, while sense 2 might be more abstract or specific to helpful things.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 2: "the local library is a valuable resource" - this is similar to committee staff being a resource. Both are organizational assets that provide help/support.

But sense 1: "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply" - this also fits committee staff as a supply of labor.

Let me think about the distinction. Sense 3 is clearly different - it's about the ability to be resourceful (personal characteristic), not a thing that is a resource.

Between 1 and 2:
- Sense 1 seems to focus on economic/financial/material resources (wealth, supply)
- Sense 2 seems to focus on helpful things/support systems

In the sentence, "resources such as committee staff" - committee staff are personnel resources. In political science contexts, staff are often referred to as "resources" in the sense of assets or supplies that can be allocated (sense 1).

However, looking at the example "the local library is a valuable resource" for sense 2, this seems very similar - a library is a facility/resource that provides help/support.

But actually, looking carefully at the sentence structure: "control... over other resources such as committee staff." This is talking about things the majority party controls. In legislative studies, "resources" typically refers to the budget, staff, office space, etc. - i.e., the supplies/assets available.

I think sense 1 is the best fit because:
1. It refers to a supply that can be drawn upon
2. Committee staff are a type of supply/asset
3. The context is about control over assets/supplies

But I should verify. Let me look at the definitions again:

1. available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
2. a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
3. the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems

The phrase "disproportionate control... over other resources" suggests these are assets controlled by the party. In political science, "resources" in this context usually means the tangible assets (staff, budget, etc.).

However, sense 2 could also work because staff provide aid/support.

But looking at the specific phrasing "such as committee staff" - this is giving an example of the resources. Committee staff are a type of resource. Are they a "source of wealth" or a "source of aid/support"?

Actually, in many dictionaries, the first sense of resource is the general "available means/assets" and the second is more specific to "a means of help/support."

Given that committee staff are personnel who assist in legislative work, they could be seen as "aid or support."

But I need to make a decision. Let me consider if there's a standard way these are distinguished.

In WordNet (which this format resembles):
- Sense 1: available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
- Sense 2: a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
- Sense 3: the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems (resourcefulness)

In the sentence, "resources such as committee staff" - committee staff are assets controlled by the majority party. This is most similar to sense 1 (supply that can be drawn upon).

Wait, I should check if "committee staff" are considered "wealth" or "supply." They are a resource in the sense of human resources/assets.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 2: "the local library is a valuable resource" - a library is a facility that provides services. Committee staff provide services (aid/support) to legislators.

But sense 1 mentions "wealth" which might not fit committee staff as well, unless "wealth" is interpreted broadly.

However, in the context of Senate staffing, "resources" refers to the allocation of staff and budget - these are the supplies/assets available to the party.

I think the answer is 1.

But let me reconsider. The sentence says "control... over other resources such as committee staff." If the Democrats have majority status, they control the allocation of staff to committees. These staff are a resource that can be drawn upon to do legislative work.

Both 1 and 2 seem plausible, but 1 is more general and fits the idea of a "supply" of staff, while 2 emphasizes "aid or support."

Actually, looking at similar sentences in political science corpora, when they talk about "control over resources" in legislatures, they usually mean the first sense - the tangible assets and supplies (including personnel) that the majority can allocate.

Therefore, I will go with 1.

Wait, I want to double-check. Could it be 2?

Definition 2: "a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed"

Committee staff are definitely a source of aid/support for legislators.

Definition 1: "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply..."

Committee staff are not really "wealth" in the financial sense, though they are a "supply."

But "wealth" might be metaphorical here.

However, looking at the example for sense 2 ("the local library is a valuable resource"), this seems very analogous to committee staff being a resource. Both are institutional assets that provide help.

But looking at the example for sense 1, it's more about financial/material reserves.

Given that committee staff are mentioned specifically, and they provide assistance/support to legislators, sense 2 might actually be better.

But I'm torn. Let me think about the phrase "drawn upon." Both definitions use this phrase.

In the sentence, the resources are things that the majority party has "control" over. You control assets/supplies (sense 1). You don't exactly "control" sources of aid in the same way, though you can control access to them.

Actually, you do control resources that are sources of aid.

But the key might be in the word "wealth" in definition 1. Committee staff represent a financial investment/staffing resource, so they are part of the "wealth" of the party (in terms of institutional capacity).

I think 1 is the safest answer because it's the primary sense of "resource" as a countable noun referring to assets/supplies.

But I recall that in WordNet, sense 2 is actually the more common usage for things like "library as a resource" while sense 1 is for "natural resources" or financial resources.

Let me reconsider the WordNet senses:

WordNet 3.1:
- resource (n) #1: available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
- resource (n) #2: a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed; "the local library is a valuable resource"
- resource (n) #3: the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems; "a man of resource"

In the sentence, "committee staff" are analogous to "library" - they are institutional assets that provide help. So this would be sense 2.

But "control over resources" suggests these are assets being controlled, which fits sense 1.

However, looking at the specific context: "disproportionate control Democrats exercise... over other resources such as committee staff."

In political science, when discussing majority party advantage, "resources" refers to the perks of office including staff appointments. These are the "supplies" or means available to the party.

But the example "local library" for sense 2 is very similar - it's an institutional asset.

I think the distinction is:
- Sense 1: material/financial resources (natural resources, economic resources)
- Sense 2: helpful things/services (educational resources, library, etc.)

Committee staff are human resources providing services, so sense 2 might be more appropriate.

However, I'm going to go with 1 because "staffing" is mentioned earlier in the sentence ("personal staffing decisions", "personal staffing differences"), and "committee staff" are being contrasted with "personal staff." Both are types of staffing resources - supplies of personnel.

Actually, looking at the sentence again: "the personal staffing differences... can not be attributed to... control... over other resources such as committee staff."

This is saying: The differences in personal staff cannot be explained by Democratic control over other types of resources (like committee staff).

Here, "resources" is being used as a general category that includes committee staff. Committee staff are a resource - a supply of labor/personnel.

I think 1 is correct.

But to be thorough, let me see if there's any chance it's 3. No, definitely not 3. That's about being resourceful (adjective-like noun).

So it's between 1 and 2.

Given the definitions provided and the example for 2 being "the local library is a valuable resource", and considering that committee staff are similar to a library (an institutional support system), one could argue for 2.

But "control over resources" is a very common collocation for sense 1 (control over economic/material resources).

I will provide the answer 1.

Wait, I want to check one more thing. The user asks for "the number of the correct sense." This implies there is a specific correct answer expected.

Given that this looks like a WordNet-based question, and in WordNet the example for sense 2 is specifically "the local library is a valuable resource", and committee staff are similar to a library (both are institutional supports), while sense 1 is more about wealth and reserves...

Actually, looking at the sentence, "resources such as committee staff" - committee staff are people. People are not usually called "wealth" (though human resources are). But they are definitely a "source of aid or support."

Therefore, I think the answer is actually 2.

Let me reconsider once more. In the context of legislative studies:
- "Resources" refers to the tools/assets available to legislators, including staff, budget, office space.
- These are "means" or "assets."

Definition 1: "available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply..."
Definition 2: "a source of aid or support..."

If I have to choose, I think the distinction is that sense 1 is about material/financial assets, while sense 2 is about helpful services/things.

Committee staff are personnel who help with legislative work. They are a source of aid/support (sense 2).

But they are also a "supply" of labor (sense 1).

However, the example for sense 2 ("local library") is an exact parallel: an institutional asset that provides help.

Therefore, I will go with 2.

No, wait. I think I should look at how "resource" is used with "control." You control resources (assets). This is sense 1.

But you also control access to sources of aid.

I think I'm overthinking. Let me look at the words "disproportionate control... over other resources."

In political science, "control of resources" is a standard phrase referring to sense 1 - the allocation of material assets and institutional capacity.

But "committee staff" as an example...

Let me try a different approach. If I replace "resources" with the definition:

"...control... over other [available sources of wealth/supplies] such as committee staff."
vs
"...control... over other [sources of aid/support] such as committee staff."

Both work, but the first one emphasizes that these are assets/supplies controlled by the party, while the second emphasizes they provide help.

Given that the sentence is about explaining staffing differences based on control over assets, and staff are the resources being discussed, I think sense 1 is slightly better.

But I'm really not sure. Let me see if there's a pattern in how these questions are usually structured. Usually, if there's an example like "the local library is a valuable resource" for sense 2, and the target is similar (committee staff), then the answer is 2.

Committee staff are like library staff/resources - they provide support.

Therefore, I will say 2.

Final check: The sentence mentions "personal staffing" and "committee staff." These are human resources. In HR contexts, "human resources" uses "resource" in sense 1 (supply of labor) or sense 2 (source of aid).

But "human resources" as a term usually treats people as assets/capital (sense 1).

However, the specific definition of sense 1 mentions "wealth," which is problematic for people.

Sense 2: "source of aid or support" - committee staff definitely provide aid and support to senators.

Therefore, 2.

I'm changing my answer to 2.

Actually, looking at the sentence one more time: "the disproportionate control Democrats exercise... over other resources such as committee staff."

This is saying that because Democrats are the majority, they control more resources (like committee staff). Committee staff are allocated to the majority party. They are a resource that the majority has more of.

This is like saying "they control more supplies/assets."

I think 1 is the intended answer.

I'll go with 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "committee" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as <t>committee</t> staff.

Senses:
1. definition=a special group delegated to consider some matter;  - Milton Berle | examples=a committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours
2. definition=a self-constituted organization to promote something

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which sense of the word "committee" is used in the given sentence. The word is marked with <t></t> tags in the sentence.

Let me look at the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as <t>committee</t> staff."

The phrase is "committee staff". This refers to staff members who work for a committee (in the context of the Senate).

Now let me look at the two senses provided:

Sense 1: "definition=a special group delegated to consider some matter;  - Milton Berle | examples=a committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours"
This refers to the group of people themselves - the committee as a body.

Sense 2: "definition=a self-constituted organization to promote something"
This seems to refer to a different type of committee, perhaps a voluntary organization or promotional group.

In the context of the Senate and "committee staff", the word "committee" is referring to a legislative committee - a special group delegated to consider some matter (legislative matters). This matches Sense 1.

Sense 2 seems like it would apply to something like "a committee to promote world peace" or similar - a self-constituted organization.

In the Senate context, committees are official bodies delegated to consider specific legislative matters. The phrase "committee staff" refers to the staff that works for these committees.

Therefore, the correct answer is Sense 1.

Wait, let me double-check. The sentence mentions "Senate" and talks about "control of that body" and "majority-party status" and "committee staff". This is clearly referring to Congressional committees in the US Senate. These are definitely "special groups delegated to consider some matter" (legislative matters).

Sense 2 "a self-constituted organization to promote something" doesn't fit the context of Senate committees. Senate committees are official legislative bodies, not self-constituted promotional organizations.

So the answer is 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "staff" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee <t>staff</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task | examples=the hospital has an excellent nursing staff
2. definition=a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose | examples=he walked with the help of a wooden staff
3. definition=the body of teachers and administrators at a school | examples=the dean addressed the letter to the entire staff of the university
4. definition=building material consisting of plaster and hair; used to cover external surfaces of temporary structure (as at an exposition) or for decoration
5. definition=a rod carried as a symbol
6. definition=(music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "staff" is used in the given sentence. The word "staff" is marked with <t></t> tags in the sentence.

Let me analyze the sentence:
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee <t>staff</t>."

The context is about the Senate, political parties, committee resources, and staffing decisions. The phrase "committee staff" refers to the personnel who work for committees in the Senate.

Now let me look at the definitions:

1. definition=personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task | examples=the hospital has an excellent nursing staff
   - This fits "committee staff" - these are personnel who assist committee members/chairs in carrying out their tasks.

2. definition=a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose | examples=he walked with the help of a wooden staff
   - This is a physical stick, doesn't fit the context of Senate committees.

3. definition=the body of teachers and administrators at a school | examples=the dean addressed the letter to the entire staff of the university
   - This is specifically about schools/educational institutions. While "staff" can mean employees in general, this definition is specific to schools. The context is the Senate, not a school.

4. definition=building material consisting of plaster and hair; used to cover external surfaces of temporary structure (as at an exposition) or for decoration
   - This is a building material, clearly not relevant.

5. definition=a rod carried as a symbol
   - This is a symbolic rod (like a bishop's staff or ceremonial staff), not relevant to Senate committees.

6. definition=(music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written
   - This is the musical staff, not relevant.

The context is clearly about personnel working for Senate committees. Definition 1 is the general definition of personnel/employees who assist in carrying out tasks. Definition 3 is specific to schools.

In the sentence, "committee staff" refers to the people who work for committees - assistants, aides, etc. This matches definition 1: "personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task."

Even though the context is a legislative body (Senate) rather than a hospital (as in the example), definition 1 is the broad category for employees/assistants, while definition 3 is specifically for educational institutions.

Therefore, the answer is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "piece" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An additional <t>piece</t> of evidence from the Senate: Holding other factors constant, such as incumbency advantages and regional factors, the difference between popular votes for Republican presidential and senatorial candidates in states conducting a Senate election turns out to be a positive function of how onerous the federal government's tax burden is per state -LRB- a progressive tax rate hits higher - income states harder -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=a separate part of a whole | examples=an important piece of the evidence
2. definition=an item that is an instance of some type | examples=he designed a new piece of equipment
3. definition=a portion of a natural object | examples=they analyzed the river into three parts
4. definition=a musical work that has been created | examples=the composition is written in four movements
5. definition=an instance of some kind | examples=it was a nice piece of work
6. definition=an artistic or literary composition | examples=he wrote an interesting piece on Iran
7. definition=a portable gun | examples=he wore his firearm in a shoulder holster
8. definition=a serving that has been cut from a larger portion | examples=a piece of pie
9. definition=a distance | examples=it is down the road a piece
10. definition=a work of art of some artistic value | examples=this store sells only objets d'art
11. definition=a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition | examples=he was here for a little while
12. definition=a share of something | examples=a slice of the company's revenue
13. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "piece" is used in the given sentence.

 Sentence: "An additional <t>piece</t> of evidence from the Senate: Holding other factors constant, such as incumbency advantages and regional factors, the difference between popular votes for Republican presidential and senatorial candidates in states conducting a Senate election turns out to be a positive function of how onerous the federal government's tax burden is per state -LRB- a progressive tax rate hits higher - income states harder -RRB-."

 The phrase in question is "piece of evidence".

 Let's look at the senses:

 1. definition=a separate part of a whole | examples=an important piece of the evidence
 2. definition=an item that is an instance of some type | examples=he designed a new piece of equipment
 3. definition=a portion of a natural object | examples=they analyzed the river into three parts
 4. definition=a musical work that has been created | examples=the composition is written in four movements
 5. definition=an instance of some kind | examples=it was a nice piece of work
 6. definition=an artistic or literary composition | examples=he wrote an interesting piece on Iran
 7. definition=a portable gun | examples=he wore his firearm in a shoulder holster
 8. definition=a serving that has been cut from a larger portion | examples=a piece of pie
 9. definition=a distance | examples=it is down the road a piece
 10. definition=a work of art of some artistic value | examples=this store sells only objets d'art
 11. definition=a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition | examples=he was here for a little while
 12. definition=a share of something | examples=a slice of the company's revenue
 13. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board

 The sentence uses "piece of evidence". Looking at sense 1: "definition=a separate part of a whole | examples=an important piece of the evidence"

 This matches exactly. "An additional piece of evidence" means a separate part of the whole body of evidence.

 Sense 5 says "an instance of some kind" with example "it was a nice piece of work". While "piece of evidence" could theoretically fit here, sense 1 is more specific and the example given for sense 1 is literally "an important piece of the evidence" which is almost identical to "an additional piece of evidence".

 Sense 1 is the correct answer.