Question

    In the following sentences, there are two blanks. Find out the appropriate words for filling up the blanks:

    There is the obvious advantage of _________________the huge expenditure involved and reducing the ______________on the manpower deployed.

    A increased, cost Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B curbing, burden Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C enhancing, strain Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D mitigating, pressure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E none of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Curbing" means to restrain or limit something, which is appropriate for controlling huge expenditure. "Burden" refers to a load, typically something burdensome, and in this context, it suits the idea of reducing pressure on manpower.

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