Urban planners in Copenhagen have long prioritized bicycle infrastructure, resulting in a city where cycling is not merely tolerated but actively _______. Today, more than half of all commuters travel by bike, a figure that continues to grow each year.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
discouraged
encouraged
forbidden
forgotten
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The passage states that planners "prioritized bicycle infrastructure" and that over half of commuters now cycle. The phrase "not merely tolerated but actively" signals a stronger positive action than just acceptance.
Choice A is incorrect because "discouraged" contradicts the positive cycling statistics. Choice C is incorrect because "forbidden" would mean banned, the opposite of the context. Choice D is incorrect because "forgotten" doesn't fit the active promotion described.