Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate word from the given options and fill in the blank.

Stringent measures should be taken for curbing the rapid _____in population.

  1. spurt

  2. augmentation

  3. spread

  4. increase

  5. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The sentence refers to the rapid growth of population. Increase is the most standard and appropriate term to describe this demographic trend.