Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

The present paper throws light on the nexus between the academic performance and mental health of children.

Link

The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word nexus in the given sentence is link.

• Nexus means a connection or relationship between two things.
• Dispute means a disagreement or argument.
• Alignment means a state of being in agreement or cooperation.
• Link means a connection or relationship between two things.
• Incongruence means a lack of agreement or consistency.