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    Question

    Each sentence has two blanks. Choose the pair that fits

    best. Despite repeated policy interventions, the informal sector continues to ________ as the principal source of employment, largely because reforms have failed to ________ its structural constraints.
    A adapt, promote Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B emerge, conceal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C weaken, dissolve Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D decline, challenge Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E function, address Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    “Function as” is idiomatic; “address structural constraints” fits contextually. adapt — to adjust or change to suit new conditions promote — to support, encourage, or help something grow or succeed emerge — to come out, to appear, to become visible conceal — to hide something or keep it secret weaken — to make something less strong or less effective dissolve — to break apart, melt, or cause something to disappear decline — to decrease, weaken, or worsen over time; also to politely refuse challenge — to question, oppose, or test something function — to work or operate in a particular way address — to deal with or focus on a problem or issue

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