Question

In the following questions, a sentence is given with two blanks in it. From the given options, choose the most appropriate combination of words that fits correctly in the given blanks. If none of the combinations is correct, choose option E as your answer. Will the proposed transfer of satellite management responsibilities to private space firms, if poorly implemented, the agency's research budget and long-term scientist recruitment?

Q: Answer-In the following questions, a sentence is given with two blanks in it. From the given options, choos...

The sentence asks whether transferring responsibilities to private firms will bring negative consequences to the space agency. The first blank needs a verb that means to harm or weaken the research budget. The second blank needs a verb that means to put long-term recruitment at risk. compromise to weaken or harm and jeopardize to put at risk fit both blanks precisely. Option A and Option D mix positive and negative words, which creates logical contradictions in the sentence.