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    Question

    In the following question, a word has been used in

    sentences in THREE different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentences in which the usage of the word is CORRECT or APPROPRIATE. DEPLETE                  (i) The heavy rain will deplete the water supply in the region. (ii) His savings were depleting by the minute as he spent more on unnecessary items. (iii) We must deplete the resources available to ensure long-term sustainability. 
    A Only i and ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In sentence (i), "deplete" is used correctly to mean the reduction or exhaustion of something, in this case, the water supply. In sentence (ii), "depleting" is also used correctly, referring to the gradual reduction of savings. In sentence (iii), "deplete" is incorrectly used. To "deplete" something means to reduce or use up a resource. The sentence suggests that depleting resources is necessary for sustainability, which is incorrect.  

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