Multiple choice

Directions: The sentences below convey a certain idea. Pick the sentence that does not convey this idea.

(1) Ebooks have proliferated in the recent years and are accessible at very low prices. (2) The bourgeoning population of the country is eating into the growth of economy. (3) Some of the plants ramify early and get to be very large. (4) During the peak hours the traffic dwindles to a trickle. (5) Working online in their spare time helps people to augment their income.

  1. 3

  2. 5

  3. 4

  4. 2

  5. 1
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Correct; the word 'dwindle' in the sentence means 'diminish' in size as opposed to 'increase', the key word of the group. Thus, it conveys a different idea.

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