Adapt vs. adjust

[milene]

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #63 "Synonyms for adapt", question 7

You will accept the idea only if you ......... your mind to it.

(a) fit
(b) adapt
(c) adjust
(d) change

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #63 "Synonyms for adapt", answer 7

You will accept the idea only if you adjust your mind to it.

Correct answer: (c) adjust

Your answer was: incorrect
You will accept the idea only if you adapt your mind to it.
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why adapt is not possible? i understand this sentence like you have to adapt to a new situation.

milene

[Snoopy_Blah_Blah]

I have the same question as the previous poster.
Why adapt is not a correct answer?

Please, expain:)
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