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      Question

      Each sentence has one blank. Choose the most

      appropriate word to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.  The bank’s decision to tighten lending norms is likely to ______ speculative investments in the real estate sector. 
      A spur Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B diversify Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C curb Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D advertise Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E legalize Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The word curb means to control, limit, or restrict something. Since tighter lending norms make credit access stricter, they are likely to curb speculative investments in the real estate sector.

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