Directions (126-130): Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as whole.
Stringent penalties have a lower chance of being
________, compared to fines that are_________ to the offence.
imposed, proportionate (Penalties or fines are imposed or laid on us for violating rules and those fines are usually in proportion (i.e. proportionate) to the wrongdoing.