A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative.

Writing down instructions, steps and remembering them can make you look really efficient and ____.

diligent

The correct word to fill in the blank is diligent.

The sentence is about the benefits of writing down instructions and steps. The word "diligent" means hardworking and conscientious. It is the most appropriate option because it conveys the idea that someone who writes down instructions and steps is likely to be more efficient and effective in their work.

The other options are incorrect.

• Dormant means inactive or asleep. It does not make sense to say that writing down instructions and steps can make you look dormant.
• Operable means capable of being operated. It does not make sense to say that writing down instructions and steps can make you look operable.
• Sluggish means slow and lazy. It does not make sense to say that writing down instructions and steps can make you look sluggish.