Derive (second sense) means to deduce. Which option reflects this?

• A. To get something from a source
• B. To Deduce
• C. To show or trace the origin of
• D. To create something new

Answer: (B)

Derive in this sense means to deduce or infer from information or evidence. So the option that expresses concluding or reasoning from clues best matches this meaning. For example, from the data we can derive that the suspect was present — we infer it based on the evidence. The other senses refer to obtaining something from a source, showing or tracing origin, or creating something new, which are not about inferring conclusions.