Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word to fill in the blank.
If we want to progress, we must sometimes embrace ___________ (mutate).

Correct option is C

The most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word "mutate" to fill in the blank in the sentence is option (c) “change”.
 Mutate means to undergo a change or genetic alteration.
 Replicate means to copy or reproduce something. It does not necessarily imply a change.
 Imitate means to mimic or copy someone or something. Again, it does not imply a change.
 Incise means to cut or carve into something. It does not fit in the context of the sentence.