[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: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves <t>local</t> benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

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


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this <t>indicates</t> that political philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=be a signal for or a symptom of | examples=These symptoms indicate a serious illness
2. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
3. definition=to state or express briefly | examples=indicated his wishes in a letter
4. definition=give evidence of | examples=The evidence argues for your claim
5. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases

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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that <t>political</t> philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians; - Daniel Goleman | examples=calling a meeting is a political act in itself
2. definition=of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power | examples=political opinions
3. definition=of or relating to the profession of governing | examples=political career


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political <t>philosophy</t> leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
2. definition=the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics
3. definition=any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation | examples=self-indulgence was his only philosophy


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy <t>leads</t> congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=take somebody somewhere | examples=We lead him to our chief
2. definition=have as a result or residue | examples=The water left a mark on the silk dress
3. definition=tend to or result in | examples=This remark lead to further arguments among the guests
4. definition=travel in front of; go in advance of others | examples=The procession was headed by John
5. definition=cause to undertake a certain action | examples=Her greed led her to forge the checks
6. definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury
7. definition=be in charge of | examples=Who is heading this project?
8. definition=be ahead of others; be the first | examples=she topped her class every year
9. definition=be conducive to | examples=The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing
10. definition=lead, as in the performance of a composition | examples=conduct an orchestra; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years
11. definition=lead, extend, or afford access | examples=This door goes to the basement
12. definition=move ahead (of others) in time or space
13. definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
14. definition=preside over | examples=John moderated the discussion


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy leads congressional <t>Republicans</t> to pay less attention to narrow constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to <t>narrow</t> constituent concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=not wide | examples=a narrow bridge
2. definition=limited in size or scope | examples=the narrow sense of a word
3. definition=lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view | examples=a brilliant but narrow-minded judge
4. definition=very limited in degree | examples=won by a narrow margin
5. definition=characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination | examples=a minute inspection of the grounds


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow <t>constituent</t> concerns.

Senses:
1. definition=an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system | examples=spare components for cars
2. definition=a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes | examples=needs continued support by constituents to be re-elected
3. definition=something determined in relation to something that includes it | examples=he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself
4. definition=(grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction
5. definition=an abstract part of something | examples=jealousy was a component of his character


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

Sentence: To the extent that the primary duty of personal staff involves local benefit - seeking, this indicates that political philosophy leads congressional Republicans to pay less attention to narrow constituent <t>concerns</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=something that interests you because it is important or affects you | examples=the safety of the ship is the captain's concern
2. definition=an anxious feeling | examples=care had aged him
3. definition=a feeling of sympathy for someone or something | examples=She felt strong concern for those less fortunate
4. definition=something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness | examples=New York traffic is a constant concern
5. definition=a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it | examples=he bought his brother's business


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

Sentence: Second, if the key <t>assumption</t> is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn | examples=on the assumption that he has been injured we can infer that he will not to play
2. definition=a hypothesis that is taken for granted | examples=any society is built upon certain assumptions
3. definition=the act of taking possession of or power over something | examples=his assumption of office coincided with the trouble in Cuba
4. definition=celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church
5. definition=(Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary when her earthly life had ended
6. definition=audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to | examples=he despised them for their presumptuousness
7. definition=the act of assuming or taking for granted | examples=your assumption that I would agree was unwarranted


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is <t>valid</t>, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force | examples=a valid inference
2. definition=still legally acceptable | examples=the license is still valid


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, <t>Democrats</t> should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should <t>have</t> lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank
2. definition=have as a feature | examples=This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France
3. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
4. definition=have ownership or possession of | examples=He owns three houses in Florida
5. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
6. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!
7. definition=have a personal or business relationship with someone | examples=have a postdoc
8. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
9. definition=have left | examples=I have two years left
10. definition=be confronted with | examples=What do we have here?
11. definition=undergo | examples=The stocks had a fast run-up
12. definition=suffer from; be ill with | examples=She has arthritis
13. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
14. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter
15. definition=get something; come into possession of | examples=receive payment
16. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
17. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
18. definition=cause to be born | examples=My wife had twins yesterday!
19. definition=have sex with; archaic use | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower <t>attendance</t> rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)
2. definition=the frequency with which a person is present | examples=a student's attendance is an important factor in her grade
3. definition=the number of people that are present | examples=attendance was up by 50 per cent


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance <t>rates</t> on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call <t>votes</t> than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion
2. definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. definition=the total number of voters who participated | examples=they are expecting a large vote


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than <t>Republicans</t> do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the <t>extent</t> that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=the point or degree to which something extends | examples=the extent of the damage
2. definition=the distance or area or volume over which something extends | examples=the vast extent of the desert


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such <t>votes</t> reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion
2. definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. definition=the total number of voters who participated | examples=they are expecting a large vote


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes <t>reflect</t> national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=manifest or bring back | examples=This action reflects his true beliefs
2. definition=reflect deeply on a subject | examples=I mulled over the events of the afternoon
3. definition=to throw or bend back (from a surface) | examples=Sound is reflected well in this auditorium
4. definition=be bright by reflecting or casting light | examples=Drive carefully--the wet road reflects
5. definition=show an image of | examples=her sunglasses reflected his image
6. definition=give evidence of a certain behavior | examples=His lack of interest in the project reflects badly on him
7. definition=give evidence of the quality of | examples=The mess in his dorm room reflects on the student


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect <t>national</t> policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect <t>national</t> policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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

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[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national <t>policy</t> making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy <t>making</t> and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

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


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such <t>votes</t> takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion
2. definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. definition=the total number of voters who participated | examples=they are expecting a large vote


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the <t>time</t> a legislator could otherwise devote to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | examples=this time he succeeded
2. definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses
3. definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time
4. definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears
7. definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | examples=do you know what time it is?
8. definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event
9. definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
10. definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months


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

Sentence: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise <t>devote</t> to local benefit - seeking.

Senses:
1. definition=give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause | examples=She committed herself to the work of God
2. definition=dedicate | examples=give thought to
3. definition=set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use | examples=this land was devoted to mining


[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: Second, if the key assumption is valid, Democrats should have lower attendance rates on roll-call votes than Republicans do to the extent that such votes reflect national policy making and that participating in such votes takes away from the time a legislator could otherwise devote to <t>local</t> benefit - seeking.

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


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

Sentence: This is indeed what the data <t>indicate</t>, particularly in the case of the House.

Senses:
1. definition=be a signal for or a symptom of | examples=These symptoms indicate a serious illness
2. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
3. definition=to state or express briefly | examples=indicated his wishes in a letter
4. definition=give evidence of | examples=The evidence argues for your claim
5. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases


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

Sentence: This is indeed what the data indicate, particularly in the <t>case</t> of the House.

Senses:
1. definition=an occurrence of something | examples=it was a case of bad judgment
2. definition=a special set of circumstances | examples=in that event, the first possibility is excluded
3. definition=a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy | examples=the family brought suit against the landlord
4. definition=the actual state of things | examples=that was not the case
5. definition=a portable container for carrying several objects | examples=the musicians left their instrument cases backstage
6. definition=a person requiring professional services | examples=a typical case was the suburban housewife described by a marriage counselor
7. definition=a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation | examples=the subjects for this investigation were selected randomly
8. definition=a problem requiring investigation | examples=Perry Mason solved the case of the missing heir
9. definition=a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument | examples=he stated his case clearly
10. definition=the quantity contained in a case
11. definition=nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence
12. definition=a specific state of mind that is temporary | examples=a case of the jitters
13. definition=a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) | examples=a real character
14. definition=a specific size and style of type within a type family
15. definition=an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part
16. definition=the housing or outer covering of something | examples=the clock has a walnut case
17. definition=the enclosing frame around a door or window opening | examples=the casings had rotted away and had to be replaced
18. definition=(printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers | examples=for English, a compositor will ordinarily have two such cases, the upper case containing the capitals and the lower case containing the small letters
19. definition=bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow | examples=the burglar carried his loot in a pillowcase
20. definition=a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality; ; ; - George du Maurier | examples=democratic government
2. definition=belong to or relating to the Democratic Party | examples=Democratic senator
3. definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | examples=democratic art forms


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)
2. definition=the frequency with which a person is present | examples=a student's attendance is an important factor in her grade
3. definition=the number of people that are present | examples=attendance was up by 50 per cent


[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 <t>rate</t> has not exceeded the Republican House attendance rate 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


[User]
Which numbered sense of "republican" (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 <t>Republican</t> House attendance rate since 1959.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or belonging to the Republican Party | examples=a Republican senator
2. definition=having the supreme power lying in the body of citizens entitled to vote for officers and representatives responsible to them or characteristic of such government; - United States Constitution; ; - Philip Marsh; -Nathaniel Hawthorne | examples=the United States shall guarantee to every state in this union a republican form of government


[User]
Which numbered sense of "attendance" (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 <t>attendance</t> rate since 1959.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)
2. definition=the frequency with which a person is present | examples=a student's attendance is an important factor in her grade
3. definition=the number of people that are present | examples=attendance was up by 50 per cent


[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


[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


[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


[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

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 6. Return only the integer.


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 3. Return only the integer.


[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


[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


[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


[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

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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

raw_output:
7 is not the correct sense. The correct sense is 1 or 6, but more specifically, the sentence is referring to the fact that one party has power over the Senate. So, the correct answer is: 6.

6.


[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

[Assistant]
7 is not the correct sense. The correct sense is 1 or 6, but more specifically, the sentence is referring to the fact that one party has power over the Senate. So, the correct answer is: 6.

6.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 11. Return only the integer.


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


[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


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

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

raw_output:
2. is not correct because "other" is not referring to a recent time.
4. is not correct because "other" is not describing something as unusual.
3. is not correct because "other" is not describing something as belonging to the distant past.

The correct sense is 1, as "other" refers to resources that are not the same as the ones already mentioned (personal staff).

1


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

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

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

[Assistant]
2. is not correct because "other" is not referring to a recent time.
4. is not correct because "other" is not describing something as unusual.
3. is not correct because "other" is not describing something as belonging to the distant past.

The correct sense is 1, as "other" refers to resources that are not the same as the ones already mentioned (personal staff).

1

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 4. Return only the integer.


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

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


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., | examples=keep clean
2. definition=have or hold in one's hands or grip | examples=Hold this bowl for a moment, please
3. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
4. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank
5. definition=keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view | examples=take for granted
6. definition=maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) | examples=bear a grudge
7. definition=to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement | examples=This holds the local until the express passengers change trains
8. definition=secure and keep for possible future use or application | examples=The landlord retained the security deposit
9. definition=have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices | examples=She bears the title of Duchess
10. definition=be the physical support of; carry the weight of | examples=The beam holds up the roof
11. definition=contain or hold; have within | examples=The jar carries wine
12. definition=have room for; hold without crowding | examples=This hotel can accommodate 250 guests
13. definition=remain in a certain state, position, or condition | examples=The weather held
14. definition=support or hold in a certain manner | examples=She holds her head high
15. definition=be valid, applicable, or true | examples=This theory still holds
16. definition=assert or affirm | examples=Rousseau's philosophy holds that people are inherently good
17. definition=have as a major characteristic | examples=The novel holds many surprises
18. definition=be capable of holding or containing | examples=This box won't take all the items
19. definition=arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance | examples=reserve me a seat on a flight
20. definition=protect against a challenge or attack | examples=Hold that position behind the trees!
21. definition=bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted | examples=He's held by a contract
22. definition=hold the attention of | examples=The soprano held the audience
23. definition=remain committed to | examples=I hold to these ideas
24. definition=resist or confront with resistance | examples=The politician defied public opinion
25. definition=be pertinent or relevant or applicable | examples=The same laws apply to you!
26. definition=stop dealing with | examples=hold all calls to the President's office while he is in a meeting
27. definition=lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits | examples=moderate your alcohol intake
28. definition=keep from departing | examples=Hold the taxi
29. definition=take and maintain control over, often by violent means | examples=The dissatisfied students held the President's office for almost a week
30. definition=cause to stop | examples=Halt the engines
31. definition=cover as for protection against noise or smell | examples=She held her ears when the jackhammer started to operate
32. definition=drink alcohol without showing ill effects | examples=He can hold his liquor
33. definition=aim, point, or direct | examples=Hold the fire extinguisher directly on the flames
34. definition=declare to be | examples=She was declared incompetent
35. definition=be in accord; be in agreement | examples=We agreed on the terms of the settlement
36. definition=keep from exhaling or expelling | examples=hold your breath


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

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

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


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=anything that contributes causally to a result | examples=a number of factors determined the outcome
2. definition=an abstract part of something | examples=jealousy was a component of his character
3. definition=one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer | examples=what are the 4 factors of 6?
4. definition=a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
5. definition=any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
6. definition=an independent variable in statistics
7. definition=(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity | examples=genes were formerly called factors


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=unvarying in nature | examples=maintained a constant temperature
2. definition=steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection | examples=a man constant in adherence to his ideals
3. definition=uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing | examples=the ceaseless thunder of surf


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the term during which some position is held
2. definition=a duty that is incumbent upon you
3. definition=the office of an incumbent


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of having a superior or more favorable position | examples=the experience gave him the advantage over me
2. definition=(tennis) first point scored after deuce
3. definition=benefit resulting from some event or action | examples=it turned out to my advantage


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=characteristic of a region | examples=regional flora
2. definition=related or limited to a particular region | examples=a regional dialect


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=anything that contributes causally to a result | examples=a number of factors determined the outcome
2. definition=an abstract part of something | examples=jealousy was a component of his character
3. definition=one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer | examples=what are the 4 factors of 6?
4. definition=a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
5. definition=any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
6. definition=an independent variable in statistics
7. definition=(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity | examples=genes were formerly called factors