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Passage: Social costs, such as the separation of families and the psychological impact on children left behind, are often overlooked. Q59. What does the word 'overlooked' mean in this context?
AHighly valued
BIgnored or not noticed
CLooked from a high place
DSeen clearly
✓ Correct Answer: B — Ignored or not noticed
Overlooked means something is not given enough attention or is ignored.
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