Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate word from the given options. Family planning is essential for curbing the rapid ______ in population.

  1. spread

  2. spurt

  3. increase

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Family planning curbs population growth. 'Increase' means growth or rise in numbers. 'Spread' means extension over area, 'spurt' means sudden burst - both are less precise for sustained population growth.

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