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      Question

      In each of the questions below, a phrase is followed by

      five sentences with some part of it as bold. You have to identify the sentence in which the bold part can be replaced by the given bold phrase to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Phrase: Phase out
      A The government plans to carry forward the use of diesel buses in major cities over the next decade. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B The committee decided to set up a task force to review the transportation policy. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Environmental groups have repeatedly urged authorities to step up efforts to reduce pollution. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D The ministry looked into the feasibility of introducing electric buses in urban areas. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E The transport department laid out a long-term strategy for sustainable mobility. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Explanation: Carry forward means continue, which is incorrect here.
      Replacing it with phase out (gradually stop using) makes the sentence correct.

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