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At times in debate there is dissension. When discussing topics on which people take varying positions, it is especially important to have strong communication skills.

"People take varying positions" is the context clue for the word dissension. Which type of context clue is this?

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The type of context clue used in the sentence is a synonym.

The type of context clue present in the sentence is a synonym clue. The phrase "people take varying positions" is used to help the reader understand the meaning of the word "dissension," which suggests disagreement or conflict of opinions. Therefore, the word "dissension" has a synonym relationship with the phrase "people take varying positions."