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Set 3: Words in Context

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

The recycling program was initiated to reduce waste, aiming to ______ the amount of plastic that ends up in landfills.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A. increase
B. decrease✓ Correct
C. monitor
D. collect

Detailed Explanation

Recycling aims to lower the volume of trash. 'Decrease' means to make smaller or fewer in amount.

Key Evidence:

• "reduce waste"

• "aiming to ... amount"

Why others are wrong: A (Increase contradicts the goal of reducing waste.), C (Monitor means to watch, but the goal is reduction.), D (Collect is part of the process, but the ultimate goal for landfills is to decrease the amount.).

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