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

Sentence: The Democratic House attendance rate has not exceeded the Republican House attendance <t>rate</t> since 1959.

Senses:
1. definition=a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit | examples=they traveled at a rate of 55 miles per hour
2. definition=amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis | examples=a 10-minute phone call at that rate would cost $5
3. definition=the relative speed of progress or change | examples=he lived at a fast pace
4. definition=a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure | examples=the literacy rate

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "rate" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The Democratic House attendance rate has not exceeded the Republican House attendance <t>rate</t> since 1959."

Senses:
1. magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit (e.g., 55 miles per hour)
2. amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis (e.g., cost of a phone call)
3. relative speed of progress or change (e.g., fast pace)
4. a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure (e.g., the literacy rate)

In the sentence, "attendance rate" refers to the proportion of members attending. This matches sense 4: "a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure".

Let's double check.
"attendance rate" is a proportion (number of attendees / total number of members).
Sense 4 explicitly gives "the literacy rate" as an example, which is very similar to "attendance rate".

Therefore, the correct sense is 4.
I will return only the number 4.


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

Sentence: Finally, as <t>shown</t> in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=give an exhibition of to an interested audience | examples=She shows her dogs frequently
2. definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound
3. definition=provide evidence for | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father
4. definition=make visible or noticeable | examples=She showed her talent for cooking
5. definition=show in, or as in, a picture | examples=This scene depicts country life
6. definition=give expression to | examples=She showed her disappointment
7. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
8. definition=be or become visible or noticeable | examples=His good upbringing really shows
9. definition=indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments | examples=The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero
10. definition=give evidence of, as of records | examples=The diary shows his distress that evening
11. definition=take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums | examples=The usher showed us to our seats
12. definition=finish third or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to show

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reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as <t>shown</t> in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
The word "shown" here means "give evidence of, as of records" or "provide evidence for" or "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment". Wait, "as shown in the table" means the table gives evidence of or indicates this fact.
Let's look at the senses:
1. give an exhibition of to an interested audience
2. establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment
3. provide evidence for
4. make visible or noticeable
5. show in, or as in, a picture
6. give expression to
7. indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively
8. be or become visible or noticeable
9. indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments
10. give evidence of, as of records
11. take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
12. finish third or better in a horse or dog race

Wait, "as shown in the table" -> the table is a record or document that gives evidence of this fact.
Sense 10: "give evidence of, as of records" -> examples: "The diary shows his distress that evening".
Sense 3: "provide evidence for" -> examples: "The blood test showed that he was the father".
Sense 2: "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" -> examples: "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound".

Let's check WordNet for "show".
Sense 10: give evidence of, as of records. "The diary shows his distress that evening"
Is "table" a record? Yes, a table of data is a record.
Wait, let's consider Sense 10 vs Sense 3.
"as shown in the table" -> the table gives evidence of this fact.
Let's search for "as shown in the table" in WordNet examples or similar datasets (like SemCor or WordNet sense disambiguation).
Actually, "show" in "as shown in the table" is often mapped to "give evidence of, as of records" (Sense 10) or "provide evidence for" (Sense 3).
Let's look at the exact definitions.
Sense 10: give evidence of, as of records.
Sense 3: provide evidence for.
In WordNet, "show" has:
1. show, exhibit, present - give an exhibition of to an interested audience
2. show, demonstrate, exhibit, prove, establish - establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment
3. show, prove - provide evidence for
4. show - make visible or noticeable
5. show, depict - show in, or as in, a picture
6. show, evince, exhibit - give expression to
7. show, point - indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively
8. show - be or become visible or noticeable
9. show, read, register - indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments
10. show - give evidence of, as of records
11. show, usher - take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
12. show - finish third or better in a horse or dog race

"as shown in the table" -> the table is a record. "give evidence of, as of records" fits perfectly.
Let's double check if there's any other sense.
"show" in "as shown in the table" -> the table shows (gives evidence of) that Democrats allocate...
Is it sense 10? Yes, "records" includes tables, charts, documents, etc.
Let's consider Sense 10: "give evidence of, as of records".
Example: "The diary shows his distress that evening."
Another example: "The records show that he was there."
"as shown in the table" -> the table is a record.
Therefore, Sense 10 is the most appropriate.

Let's review the options.
1. give an exhibition of to an interested audience
2. establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment
3. provide evidence for
4. make visible or noticeable
5. show in, or as in, a picture
6. give expression to
7. indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively
8. be or become visible or noticeable
9. indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments
10. give evidence of, as of records
11. take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
12. finish third or better in a horse or dog race

"as shown in the table" -> the table is a record.
I will go with 10.
Wait, could it be 3? "provide evidence for" -> "The blood test showed that he was the father". A table is not a blood test, it's a record.
Could it be 2? "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment". No.
I'm confident it's 10.
Let's re-read the sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices..."
The table is a record of data. "give evidence of, as of records" is exactly sense 10.
I will output 10.

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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the <t>table</t>, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

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 to identify the correct sense of the word "table" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the <t>table</t>, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

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

In the sentence, "as shown in the table" refers to a set of data arranged in rows and columns, which is typical in academic or analytical texts.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct one.
I will return only the number 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: Finally, as shown in the table, <t>Democrats</t> allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "democrat" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, <t>Democrats</t> allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

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

In the sentence, "Democrats" refers to members of the Democratic Party, as it contrasts their behavior (allocating staff to district offices vs Washington offices) with presumably Republicans or others, and mentions "Washington offices" and "national policy making activities", which is typical political context referring to the US Democratic Party.

Therefore, sense 1 is the correct one.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher <t>proportion</t> of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. definition=magnitude or extent | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. definition=balance among the parts of something
4. definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations
5. definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "proportion" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher <t>proportion</t> of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. magnitude or extent
3. balance among the parts of something
4. the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
5. harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole

In the sentence, "a higher proportion of their personal staffs" refers to the fraction or quotient of the staff allocated to district offices compared to the whole staff.
Wait, let's look at sense 1: "the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole". This perfectly matches "a higher proportion of their personal staffs".
Let's check sense 4: "the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree". Example: "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations". This is also very similar.
Wait, WordNet has:
proportion
1. proportion, dimension - magnitude or extent
2. proportion, proportionality - the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
3. proportion - balance among the parts of something
4. proportion - the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
5. proportion - harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole

Let's look at the example for sense 4: "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations".
In the sentence: "allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices". This is exactly like "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations".
Wait, sense 1 is "the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole".
Is "proportion of their personal staffs" sense 1 or sense 4?
Let's search for "proportion of their personal staffs" or similar in WordNet.
Actually, "proportion of" is often sense 4.
Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
Sense 1: magnitude or extent (e.g., a building of vast proportions) -> Wait, the prompt says:
1. definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. definition=magnitude or extent | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. definition=balance among the parts of something
4. definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations
5. definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

Wait, the prompt lists:
1. definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. definition=magnitude or extent | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. definition=balance among the parts of something
4. definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations
5. definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

Let's read the sentence again: "allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices"
This means a larger fraction or part of the whole staff.
Is it sense 1 or sense 4?
In WordNet, "proportion" has:
1. proportion, dimension - magnitude or extent
2. proportion, proportionality - the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
3. proportion - balance among the parts of something
4. proportion - the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
5. proportion - harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole

Wait, the prompt's sense 1 is "the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole".
Sense 4 is "the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree".
"allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs" -> this is a part of the whole.
Let's consider "proportion of the book is given over to quotations" (Sense 4).
"proportion of their personal staffs" is very similar to "proportion of the book".
Therefore, Sense 4 is the most likely match.
Let's double check.
"an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations" -> "a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices".
Both use "proportion of [something] is [allocated/given] to [something]".
This strongly points to Sense 4.

Let's review the prompt's numbering:
1. definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. definition=magnitude or extent | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. definition=balance among the parts of something
4. definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations
5. definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

Yes, "a higher proportion of their personal staffs" matches "an inordinate proportion of the book".
So the answer is 4.
Let's confirm if it could be 1. "the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole". This is more mathematical (e.g., "the proportion of boys to girls is 2:1" or "the proportion is 0.5"). But "a higher proportion of their personal staffs" is more about the relation of parts with respect to comparative quantity, as in sense 4.
I will go with 4.
Wait, let's search for "proportion of their personal staffs" in standard datasets (like WordNet or SemCor).
This sentence is likely from a corpus like SemCor or OntoNotes.
"Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices"
If it's from a specific dataset, "proportion" in "proportion of the book" is sense 4.
I am confident it is 4.
Let's re-read carefully: "allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices"
Sense 4: "the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree"
Example: "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"
This is a perfect structural and semantic match.
I will output 4.


[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: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their <t>personal</t> staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

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

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their <t>personal</t> staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
The word "personal" modifies "staffs".
"personal staffs" refers to the staff that is particular to a given individual (the politician).
Let's check the senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being
5. indicating grammatical person

"personal staff" means staff that is particular to a given individual (e.g., a senator's personal staff, as opposed to committee staff).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual" fits perfectly.
Let's double check.
"personal staff" -> staff belonging to or particular to a specific individual.
Sense 2 is the best fit.
Let's review the options.
1. private life and personality - no, it's about their official staff, but it's *their* staff, particular to them.
2. particular to a given individual - yes, "their personal staffs" means the staffs particular to each individual Democrat.
Therefore, 2.
Wait, let's consider if "personal staff" could be sense 1. "concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality". No, it's not private life.
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual". Yes, "personal staff" is staff particular to a given individual (the member of Congress).
I will output 2.


[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: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal <t>staffs</t> to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

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 to identify the correct sense of the word "staff" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal <t>staffs</t> to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task
2. a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose
3. the body of teachers and administrators at a school
4. building material consisting of plaster and hair
5. a rod carried as a symbol
6. (music) the system of five horizontal lines

In the sentence, "personal staffs" refers to the personnel who assist the Democrats (politicians) in carrying out their tasks.
This matches sense 1: "personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task".

Let's double check.
"Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices" -> personnel.
Sense 1 is the correct one.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district <t>offices</t> -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "office" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district <t>offices</t> -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
2. an administrative unit of government
3. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
4. holding an office means being in power
5. professional or clerical workers in an office
6. a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities
7. a job in an organization

In the sentence, "district offices" refers to physical locations or places of business where the staff works, specifically contrasting with "Washington offices".
Wait, "district offices" are physical locations where the staff is allocated.
Let's check the examples for sense 1: "he rented an office in the new building".
Sense 1 fits "district offices" as physical places of business where professional duties are performed.
Let's double check if it could be 2 (administrative unit of government). "district offices" are physical locations, not the unit itself, though they represent the unit. But "allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices" implies physical locations.
Let's look at similar WordNet senses.
WordNet sense 1: "place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed" -> "he rented an office in the new building"
WordNet sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" -> "the Central Intelligence Agency"
WordNet sense 7: "a job in an organization" -> "he occupied a post in the treasury"

"district offices" refers to the physical places. "Washington offices" also refers to physical places.
Therefore, sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Let's review the sentence: "allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices". This means sending staff to work at the physical locations in the district.
So, sense 1.
End of reasoning.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where <t>local</t> benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area | examples=local taxes
2. definition=of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood | examples=local customs
3. definition=affecting only a restricted part or area of the body | examples=local anesthesia

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "local" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where <t>local</t> benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area
2. of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood
3. affecting only a restricted part or area of the body

In the sentence, "local benefit-seeking duties" refers to duties related to the district (a specific area/district rather than the national level, as contrasted with "national policy making activities" and "Washington offices").
Sense 1: "relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area" fits perfectly, as it contrasts with "national" and refers to the district offices.
Sense 2: "of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood" (like local customs) is less fitting than the administrative/district sense.
Sense 3: medical sense, definitely not.

Let's look closely at Sense 1: "relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area". The sentence explicitly mentions "district offices" and contrasts "local" with "national policy making activities" and "Washington offices". This perfectly aligns with Sense 1.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking <t>duties</t> matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; ; - John D.Rockefeller Jr | examples=we must instill a sense of duty in our children
2. definition=work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons | examples=the duties of the job
3. definition=a government tax on imports or exports | examples=they signed a treaty to lower duties on trade between their countries

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "duty" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking <t>duties</t> matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
2. work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons
3. a government tax on imports or exports

In the sentence, "duties" refers to the tasks or work that the staff performs in district offices (local benefit-seeking duties). This aligns with sense 2: "work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons" (or simply tasks/responsibilities of a job).

Let's check sense 2: "work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons" -> examples: "the duties of the job". In the sentence, "local benefit-seeking duties" refers to the work or tasks of the staff.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and <t>national</t> policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country | examples=national hero
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation | examples=national interests
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government | examples=national parks
5. definition=inside the country | examples=the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation | examples=a national trait
7. definition=of or relating to nationality | examples=national origin

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and <t>national</t> policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

The word "national" modifies "policy making activities".
It refers to policy making that applies to or is concerned with the entire nation or country, as opposed to local/district.
Let's check the senses:
1. of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country (national hero)
2. limited to or in the interests of a particular nation (national interests)
3. concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country (the national government)
4. owned or maintained for the public by the national government (national parks)
5. inside the country
6. characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation (a national trait)
7. of or relating to nationality (national origin)

"national policy making activities" -> policy making activities that apply to the entire nation or country.
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" fits best. "national government" is a similar example.
Let's double check.
"national policy making activities" = policy making activities applicable to the entire nation.
Sense 3 is the best fit.
Let's review Sense 1: "of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country".
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country".
"national policy making" is about making policy for the entire nation.
Sense 3 is the standard WordNet sense for "national" in this context (e.g., national government, national policy).
WordNet sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" -> "the national government"
Yes, "national policy making" is concerned with the entire nation.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national <t>policy</t> making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "policy" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national <t>policy</t> making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

In the sentence, "national policy making activities" refers to the course of action of a government (national level).
Sense 2 fits best: "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government".
Wait, "policy making" usually refers to creating a plan of action or course of action of a government.
Let's check the examples.
Sense 1: plan of action adopted by an individual or social group.
Sense 2: a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government.
"national policy making activities" -> government policy.
Therefore, Sense 2 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check.
"national policy making activities" -> making policies for the nation (government).
Sense 2: "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government"
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
"national policy making" -> government policy.
Sense 2 explicitly mentions "government".
I will output 2.
Wait, let's look at WordNet.
policy (noun)
1. a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
2. a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government
3. written contract or certificate of insurance

"national policy making" -> government. So 2.
Let's confirm.
"national policy making activities" -> activities related to the course of action of a government.
Yes, 2.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy <t>making</t> activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "making" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy <t>making</t> activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

In the sentence, "policy making" refers to the act of making policy, i.e., the act that results in something coming to be (the devising of plans/policies).
Sense 1 fits perfectly.
Sense 2 is about qualifications.
Sense 3 is about components/ingredients.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making <t>activities</t> matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=any specific behavior | examples=they avoided all recreational activity
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=an organic process that takes place in the body | examples=respiratory activity
4. definition=(chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction | examples=catalytic activity
5. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
6. definition=the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically | examples=the level of activity declines with age

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "activity" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making <t>activities</t> matter less relative to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. definition=any specific behavior | examples=they avoided all recreational activity
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=an organic process that takes place in the body | examples=respiratory activity
4. definition=(chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction | examples=catalytic activity
5. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
6. definition=the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically | examples=the level of activity declines with age

In the sentence, "national policy making activities" refers to specific behaviors or actions related to policy making.
Sense 1: "any specific behavior" fits "policy making activities".
Let's double check.
"national policy making activities" -> specific behaviors/actions of making policy.
Sense 1 is the best fit.
Let's review the options.
1. any specific behavior
2. the state of being active
3. organic process
4. chemistry
5. natural process
6. trait of being active

"activities" here means specific actions or behaviors (policy making).
Therefore, sense 1 is correct.
I will return 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less <t>relative</t> to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete | examples=a relative stranger
2. definition=properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' | examples=the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "relative" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less <t>relative</t> to Washington offices."

Senses:
1. definition=estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete | examples=a relative stranger
2. definition=properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' | examples=the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime

In the sentence, "relative to Washington offices" means "in comparison to Washington offices".
Sense 1: "estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete" -> "relative to" means compared to.
Sense 2: "properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'" -> proportional to.

Wait, "relative to" in this context means "in comparison with".
Let's check the examples.
Sense 1: "a relative stranger" (compared to a complete stranger).
Sense 2: "proportional to the crime".

In the sentence: "national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
This means "in comparison to Washington offices".
Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
"relative to" as a prepositional phrase meaning "in comparison with" or "as compared to".
Sense 1: estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete.
Sense 2: properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'.

Wait, "relative to" meaning "in comparison with" is often Sense 1.
Let's look at WordNet for "relative".
Sense 1: relative (vs. absolute) - estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete. "a relative stranger"
Sense 2: relative - properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'. "the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime"

In the sentence, "matter less relative to Washington offices" means "matter less in comparison to Washington offices".
Does it mean "proportional to"? No, it means "compared to".
Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.

Let's double check.
"relative to" = in comparison with.
Sense 1: estimated by comparison.
Yes, "relative to" is an idiom derived from the adjective "relative" meaning "estimated by comparison".
Wait, WordNet 3.0:
relative (adjective)
1. relative (vs. absolute) - estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete; "a relative stranger"
2. relative - properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'; "the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime"

In the sentence, "relative to" is used as a preposition meaning "in comparison with". This aligns with Sense 1 (estimated by comparison).

Let's read the sentence again: "national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
This means "when compared to Washington offices".
So it's Sense 1.
I will return 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington <t>offices</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "offices" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington <t>offices</t>."

The word "offices" here refers to physical locations or places of business where professional or clerical duties are performed, specifically "Washington offices" as opposed to "district offices".
Let's check the senses:
1. place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

"Washington offices" refers to the physical places of business in Washington.
Therefore, sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Let's double check. "district offices" and "Washington offices" are physical locations where staff work.
Sense 1: place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed.
Matches perfectly.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An <t>examination</t> 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 staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
2. definition=a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge | examples=when the test was stolen the professor had to make a new set of questions
3. definition=formal systematic questioning
4. definition=a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits)
5. definition=the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "examination" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "An <t>examination</t> of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
Senses:
1. the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
2. a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge
3. formal systematic questioning
4. a detailed inspection of your conscience
5. the act of giving students or candidates a test

In the sentence, "examination" refers to the act of examining or analyzing changes in personal staffing decisions. This matches sense 1: "the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)".

Let's double check.
"An examination of changes..." -> analyzing, looking closely at.
Sense 1 fits perfectly.
Sense 2 is a test.
Sense 3 is questioning.
Sense 4 is conscience inspection.
Sense 5 is giving a test.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: An examination of <t>changes</t> 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 staff.

Senses:
1. definition=an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another | examples=the change was intended to increase sales
2. definition=a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event | examples=he attributed the change to their marriage
3. definition=the action of changing something | examples=the change of government had no impact on the economy
4. definition=the result of alteration or modification | examples=there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs
5. definition=the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due | examples=I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change
6. definition=a thing that is different | examples=he inspected several changes before selecting one
7. definition=a different or fresh set of clothes | examples=she brought a change in her overnight bag
8. definition=coins of small denomination regarded collectively | examples=he had a pocketful of change
9. definition=money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency | examples=he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver
10. definition=a difference that is usually pleasant | examples=he goes to France for variety

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of <t>changes</t> 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 staff."

The word is "changes".
Let's look at the senses:
1. an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
2. a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
3. the action of changing something
4. the result of alteration or modification
5. the balance of money received...
6. a thing that is different
7. a different or fresh set of clothes
8. coins of small denomination...
9. money received in return...
10. a difference that is usually pleasant

"changes in personal staffing decisions"
Is it the action of changing something? Or the result of alteration or modification? Or a relational difference between states?
Let's consider "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Wait, "changes" here refers to the differences or the alterations that occurred.
Let's check WordNet for "change".
Sense 1: an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another. "the change was intended to increase sales"
Sense 2: a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event. "he attributed the change to their marriage"
Sense 3: the action of changing something. "the change of government had no impact on the economy"
Sense 4: the result of alteration or modification. "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"

"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> "changes" as in the result of alteration or modification? Or the action of changing?
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions..."
Could it be sense 4? "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs" -> "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Let's see: "changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the result of alteration or modification.
Wait, let's look at the phrasing: "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Is it "the result of alteration or modification"? Yes, "changes in X" often maps to sense 4.
Let's check sense 2: "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event".
Let's check sense 4: "the result of alteration or modification".
"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the result of alteration or modification.
Let's search for "changes in" in WordNet examples.
"there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs" -> sense 4.
"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> sense 4.

Let's rethink: does "changes" mean the action of changing something? "the change of government" (sense 3).
"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the result of alteration or modification.
Let's consider "changes" as plural. Sense 4 is "the result of alteration or modification".
Let's check if there is a better fit.
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions"
Could it be sense 4? Yes.
Let's check sense 2: "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event".
"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the result of alteration or modification.
I will guess 4.
Wait, let's look at the exact phrase "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Is it "the result of alteration or modification"? Yes, "changes in the lining of the lungs" is sense 4.
"changes in personal staffing decisions" is very similar to "changes in the lining of the lungs".
Therefore, sense 4.
Let's double check.
"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the result of alteration or modification.
I'll output 4.


[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 <t>personal</t> 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 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

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in <t>personal</t> 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 staff."

The word "personal" modifies "staffing decisions".
"Personal staffing decisions" refers to staffing decisions particular to a given individual (e.g., a senator's own staff, as opposed to committee staff).
Let's check the senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being
5. indicating grammatical person

"Personal staffing" means staffing particular to a given individual (the senator).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual" fits best.
Let's double check.
"personal staffing" = staffing for a particular individual (the senator's personal staff).
Sense 2 is "particular to a given individual".
Sense 1 is "concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality".
In the context of "personal staffing", it means the staff of a particular individual (the senator), as opposed to committee staff.
Therefore, sense 2 is the most appropriate.
Let's review the definition of sense 2: "particular to a given individual".
Yes, "personal staff" is staff particular to a given individual.
I will return 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "decision" (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 <t>decisions</t> 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 staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of making up your mind about something | examples=the burden of decision was his
2. definition=a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration | examples=a decision unfavorable to the opposition
3. definition=(boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred | examples=had little trouble in taking a unanimous decision over his opponent
4. definition=the outcome of a game or contest | examples=the team dropped three decisions in a row
5. definition=the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose | examples=a man of unusual decisiveness

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "decision" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing <t>decisions</t> in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
The word "decisions" here refers to the act of making up one's mind about something, specifically regarding personal staffing.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the act of making up your mind about something
2. a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
3. (boxing) a victory won on points
4. the outcome of a game or contest
5. the trait of resoluteness

"staffing decisions" means the act of deciding how to staff, i.e., making up one's mind about staffing.
Sense 1 fits best. "the act of making up your mind about something" -> "staffing decisions" = acts of deciding on staffing.
Let's double check.
Sense 1: the act of making up your mind about something. Example: the burden of decision was his.
Sense 2: a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration. Example: a decision unfavorable to the opposition.
In "staffing decisions", it refers to the acts of deciding (making choices about staffing).
Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Wait, "staffing decisions" could be seen as "choices" or "judgments reached". But "the act of making up your mind about something" is the standard definition for "decision" in the context of "making a decision".
Let's consider "staffing decisions" as "the act of making up your mind about something". Yes, making a decision about staffing.
I will return 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 <t>control</t> 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 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 sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when <t>control</t> 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 staff."

The word "control" in the sentence refers to "control of that body changed party hands". This means the power to direct or determine the actions of the Senate, or the state of having power over another (the Senate).
Let's look at the senses:
1. power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. a relation of constraint of one entity by another
3. (physiology) regulation or maintenance
4. a standard against which other conditions can be compared
5. the activity of managing or exerting control over something
6. 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. discipline in personal and social activities
8. great skillfulness and knowledge
9. a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine
10. a spiritual agency
11. the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.

Wait, "control of that body changed party hands" -> power to direct or determine? Or "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another"?
Let's check WordNet for "control".
Sense 1: power to direct or determine. "under control"
Sense 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"
Wait, "control of that body" -> power to direct or determine?
Let's see: "control of that body changed party hands"
Is it sense 1 or sense 6?
"control" in WordNet:
1. power to direct or determine
2. a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another
3. (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc.
4. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment
5. the activity of managing or exerting control over something
6. the state that exists when one person or group has power over another
7. discipline in personal and social activities
8. great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity
9. a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine
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.

"control of that body" -> power to direct or determine?
Let's search for "control of that body changed party hands".
Actually, "control" meaning "power to direct or determine" fits "control of that body".
Wait, sense 1: "power to direct or determine".
Sense 6: "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another".
In the sentence, "control of that body changed party hands". This means the power to direct or determine the body's actions changed.
Let's consider "control" as "power to direct or determine".
Is there a better fit?
"control of that body" -> power to direct or determine.
Let's check WordNet examples for sense 1: "under control".
What about sense 6? "her apparent dominance of her husband..."
I think sense 1 is the most appropriate for "control of that body".
Wait, could it be sense 1? "power to direct or determine"
Let's search for similar sentences in WordNet or similar datasets (like SemCor).
"control of that body changed party hands"
"control" -> power to direct or determine.
Let's look at sense 1: power to direct or determine.
Let's look at sense 6: the state that exists when one person or group has power over another.
"control of that body" -> power to direct or determine.
I will guess 1.
Wait, let's re-read carefully: "when control of that body changed party hands".
"control" here means the power to direct or determine the actions of the Senate.
Sense 1: power to direct or determine.
Let's choose 1.
Wait, let's consider if "control" in "control of that body" is sense 1.
Yes, "power to direct or determine".
Let's double check.
"control" (noun)
1. power to direct or determine
2. a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another
3. (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc.
4. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment
5. the activity of managing or exerting control over something
6. the state that exists when one person or group has power over another
7. discipline in personal and social activities
8. great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity
9. a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine
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.

"control of that body" -> power to direct or determine.
I'll output 1.
Let's think if 6 is better. "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". The Senate is a body, not necessarily "another person or group" in the same sense, but "power over another" could apply. However, "power to direct or determine" is more general and fits "control of that body".
I will go with 1.
Wait, "control of that body" -> power to direct or determine.
Let's check if there is any other possibility.
"control" in "control of that body changed party hands"
I am confident it is 1.
Let's review the options.
1. power to direct or determine
Yes.
End of thought.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "body" (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 <t>body</t> 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 staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) | examples=he felt as if his whole body were on fire
2. definition=a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity | examples=the whole body filed out of the auditorium
3. definition=a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person | examples=they found the body in the lake
4. definition=an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects | examples=heavenly body
5. definition=the body excluding the head and neck and limbs | examples=they moved their arms and legs and bodies
6. definition=a collection of particulars considered as a system | examples=a body of law
7. definition=the property of holding together and retaining its shape | examples=wool has more body than rayon
8. definition=the central message of a communication | examples=the body of the message was short
9. definition=the main mass of a thing
10. definition=a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin)
11. definition=the external structure of a vehicle | examples=the body of the car was badly rusted

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "body" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that <t>body</t> 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 staff."

The word "body" refers to "the Senate".
The Senate is a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity.
Let's check the senses:
1. entire structure of an organism
2. a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity
3. a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person
4. an individual 3-dimensional object
5. the body excluding the head and neck and limbs
6. a collection of particulars considered as a system
7. the property of holding together and retaining its shape
8. the central message of a communication
9. the main mass of a thing
10. a resonating chamber in a musical instrument
11. the external structure of a vehicle

Sense 2 fits perfectly: "a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity". The Senate is a legislative body, a group of persons.

Let's double check.
"control of that body changed party hands" -> the Senate.
Sense 2: "a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity" -> examples: "the whole body filed out of the auditorium", "legislative body".

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
I will return only the number 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "party" (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 <t>party</t> 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 staff.

Senses:
1. definition=an organization to gain political power | examples=in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level
2. definition=a group of people gathered together for pleasure | examples=she joined the party after dinner
3. definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | examples=they organized a party to search for food
4. definition=an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment | examples=he planned a party to celebrate Bastille Day
5. definition=a person involved in legal proceedings | examples=the party of the first part

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "party" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed <t>party</t> 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 staff."

The phrase is "changed party hands".
"party" here refers to a political party (Democrats, majority-party status).
Let's look at the senses:
1. definition=an organization to gain political power | examples=in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level
2. definition=a group of people gathered together for pleasure
3. definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity
4. definition=an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment
5. definition=a person involved in legal proceedings

Sense 1 matches "political party".
The sentence mentions "Democrats" and "majority-party status", which clearly indicates a political organization.
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


[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 to identify the correct sense of the word "reveal" in the given sentence.
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. make visible
2. make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
3. disclose directly or through prophets

Wait, let's look at the context. "An examination ... reveals that the personal staffing differences ... can not be attributed to..."
This means the examination shows or makes known a fact.
Is it sense 2? "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret" - wait, "disclose" is a synonym.
Let's re-read the senses.
Sense 1: make visible (e.g., Summer brings out bright clothes)
Sense 2: make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret (e.g., The auction house would not disclose the price...)
Sense 3: disclose directly or through prophets (e.g., God rarely reveal his plans...)

Wait, maybe there's a better fit. Let's look at WordNet senses for "reveal".
WordNet senses for "reveal":
1. make visible (bring out, show)
2. make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret (disclose, let on, bring out, expose, divulge, break, give away, let out)
3. disclose directly or through prophets (reveal)

In the sentence, "An examination ... reveals that..."
Does it mean "make known"? Yes.
Is it sense 2? Let's check the examples. "The auction house would not disclose the price..."
Wait, if an examination reveals something, it makes it known.
Let's consider if "reveal" here means "show" or "make known".
"An examination ... reveals that..." -> makes known.
Sense 2 is "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret".
Is there another sense?
Wait, if it's WordNet, "reveal" has:
1. make visible
2. make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
3. disclose directly or through prophets

Let's look at the sentence again. "An examination ... reveals that the personal staffing differences ... can not be attributed to..."
This is making known a fact. So sense 2.
Let's double check if there's any other sense.
Could it be sense 2? Yes, "disclose" or "make known".
Let's see: "An examination ... reveals that..."
I will output 2.
Wait, let's think if "make visible" (sense 1) could be it. No, it's not making something physically visible.
Sense 2 is the best fit.
Let's review the definition of sense 2: "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret".
Is an examination making it known to the public? Yes, the paper/examination reveals it.
I'll go with 2.
Wait, let's search for this exact sentence in a corpus. It looks like it's from a political science paper.
"An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
In WordNet, "reveal" sense 2 is "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret".
I will output 2.
Let's consider if "reveal" in this context is just "show" or "demonstrate". WordNet might map "show" to sense 1 or 2. But "make known" fits "reveals that...".
I'll output 2.


[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

reasoning_content:
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 <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 word "personal" modifies "staffing decisions" or "staffing differences".
"Personal staffing" refers to staffing that is particular to a given individual (e.g., a senator's personal staff, as opposed to committee staff).
Let's check the senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being
5. indicating grammatical person

"Personal staffing" means staffing particular to a given individual (the senator).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual" fits best.
Let's double check.
"personal staffing" -> staff assigned to a particular individual (e.g., a senator's personal staff).
Sense 2: particular to a given individual.
Yes, "personal staff" is staff particular to a given individual.
Sense 1 is about private life and personality.
Sense 2 is about particular to a given individual.
Therefore, 2 is the correct sense.
Let's review the definition of "personal" in WordNet:
Sense 2: particular to a given individual.
Example: "personal staff"
Yes, WordNet has "personal staff" as an example for sense 2.
Wait, let's verify if WordNet has "personal staff" under sense 2.
WordNet 3.1:
personal (adj)
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality; "a personal favor"; "for your personal use"; "personal papers"; "I have something personal to tell you"; "a personal God"; "he has his personal bank account and she has hers"
2. particular to a given individual; "personal staff"
3. of or arising from personality; "personal magnetism"
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being; "personal hygiene"
5. indicating grammatical person; "personal verb endings"

Yes, "personal staff" is exactly the example for sense 2.
So the answer is 2.
I will return 2.


[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 to identify the correct sense of the word "differences" in the given sentence.
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. the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
2. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
3. a disagreement or argument about something important
4. a significant change
5. the number that remains after subtraction

In the sentence, "personal staffing differences" refers to the variations or dissimilarities in personal staffing decisions between 1986 and 1987, or between different groups. It's about the quality of being unlike or dissimilar (e.g., differences in staffing levels or types).
Wait, "differences noted in the table" - this refers to the variations or dissimilarities in staffing.
Let's check the examples for sense 1: "there are many differences between jazz and rock".
Sense 4: "a significant change" - "the difference in her is amazing".
The sentence talks about "changes in personal staffing decisions... reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table...".
Is it sense 1 or sense 4?
"personal staffing differences" -> differences in staffing (unlike or dissimilar staffing).
Let's consider WordNet senses for "difference":
1. the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
2. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
3. a disagreement or argument about something important
4. a significant change
5. the number that remains after subtraction

"personal staffing differences" -> differences in staffing. This is the quality of being unlike or dissimilar.
Let's see: "differences noted in the table" -> the table shows how staffing is different (unlike/dissimilar) between groups or times.
Sense 1 fits best.

Let's double check.
"personal staffing differences" = the fact that personal staffing is unlike or dissimilar (e.g., between Democrats and Republicans, or between 1986 and 1987).
Yes, sense 1.
Wait, "changes in personal staffing decisions... reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table..."
Could it be sense 1? Yes.
Let's review the options.
1. the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
2. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
3. a disagreement or argument about something important
4. a significant change
5. the number that remains after subtraction

"personal staffing differences" -> differences in staffing.
I will output 1.


[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 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 <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 word is "noted".
The context is "the personal staffing differences noted in the table".
This means the differences that are mentioned, recorded, or written down in the table.
Let's look at the senses:
1. make mention of
2. notice or perceive
3. observe with care or pay close attention to
4. make a written note of

Wait, "noted in the table" means "mentioned" or "recorded" or "written down".
Is it "make a written note of" (4) or "make mention of" (1)?
Actually, "noted in the table" means the table shows or mentions them.
Let's check WordNet for "note".
Sense 1: make mention of (e.g., She observed that his presentation took up too much time)
Sense 2: notice or perceive (e.g., She noted that someone was following her)
Sense 3: observe with care or pay close attention to (e.g., Take note of this chemical reaction)
Sense 4: make a written note of (e.g., she noted everything the teacher said that morning)

Wait, "noted in the table" -> the table makes a written note of them, or they are mentioned in the table.
Let's consider "make a written note of". The table is a written document.
Or maybe "make mention of"?
Let's search for "noted in the table".
If a table notes something, it makes a written note of it, or it mentions it.
Let's look at similar examples. "As noted in the table" -> "make a written note of" or "make mention of"?
Actually, "make a written note of" fits "in the table" perfectly because a table is a written record.
Wait, let's look at the exact WordNet definitions.
WordNet 3.1:
note (v)
1. make mention of; "She observed that his presentation took up too much time"; "they noted that it was a fine day"
2. notice or perceive; "She noted that someone was following her"
3. observe with care or pay close attention to; "Take note of this chemical reaction"
4. make a written note of; "she noted everything the teacher said that morning"

If the differences are "noted in the table", it means they are written down in the table. So sense 4: "make a written note of".
Wait, could it be sense 1? "make mention of".
Let's think if "noted in the table" is sense 4. "make a written note of" -> "she noted everything the teacher said".
"the personal staffing differences noted in the table" -> the differences that were written down in the table.
Let's search for "noted in the table" in WordNet or similar datasets.
In SemCor or similar, "noted" in "noted in the table" might be sense 4.
Let's consider "make a written note of". A table is a written note.
What about "make mention of"? "As noted above" is often sense 1.
But "in the table" implies a written record.
Let's check the examples for sense 4: "she noted everything the teacher said that morning".
Is "noted in the table" sense 4? Yes, because it's written.
Let's reconsider sense 1: "make mention of". "They noted that it was a fine day."
If I say "the differences noted in the table", it means the differences that are written/recorded in the table.
I will guess 4.

Let's rethink: does "note" in "noted in the table" mean "make a written note of"?
Yes, "note" as in "write down". The table contains written notes of the differences.
Or does it mean "make mention of"? "The table mentions the differences."
Actually, "note" in "as noted in the table" is often classified as "make a written note of" (sense 4) or "make mention of" (sense 1).
Let's look at the phrasing: "the personal staffing differences noted in the table".
If I say "the differences mentioned in the table", it's sense 1.
If I say "the differences written in the table", it's sense 4.
"Note" can mean "record in writing".
Let's choose 4.

Wait, another perspective: "note" = "observe" or "notice". "The differences noticed in the table"? No, the table doesn't notice. The author noticed them and noted them in the table. So the author made a written note of them in the table. Thus, sense 4.

Let's check if there is a sense "record in writing". Sense 4 is "make a written note of".
I'll go with 4.
Let's double check.
"make a written note of" -> she noted everything the teacher said.
"make mention of" -> she observed that his presentation took up too much time.
"noted in the table" -> written in the table. So 4.
I am confident in 4.


[User]
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 to identify the correct sense of the word "table" in the given sentence.
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 refers to a set of data arranged in rows and columns, as it mentions "differences noted in the table".
Sense 1: definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | examples=see table 1

Let's check the context: "personal staffing differences noted in the table". This clearly refers to a data table.
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


[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 to identify the correct sense of the word "attribute" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "...reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be <t>attributed</t> to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise..."

Sense 1: attribute or credit to (e.g., We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare)
Sense 2: decide as to where something belongs in a scheme (e.g., The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class)

In the sentence, "attributed to" means to credit or ascribe the cause of the differences to the disproportionate control. This matches Sense 1.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.