Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from the given options.

The health ministry spokesman said that ---------------- measures have been taken against the spread of the epidemic.

  1. efficient

  2. effective

  3. effectual

  4. efficacious
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'effective' is the standard adjective for measures that successfully produce the desired result, such as stopping an epidemic. 'Efficient' refers more to the lack of waste in a process.

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