Directions: Choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence below.
The burgeoning population in developing countries is putting strain on available resources.
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recurring
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increasing
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decreasing
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alarming
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Burgeoning means beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing or expanding. Option B 'increasing' correctly captures this meaning of rapid growth. Option A 'recurring' suggests repetition without growth, Option C 'decreasing' is opposite in meaning, and Option D 'alarming' is subjective rather than defining the actual meaning.