English and Logical Reasoning Prep GuideEnglishFill in the Blanks
Directions: In the questions given below, a blank has been provided for each and needs to be filled with the appropriate word. Choose the best option among the given ones. Drug-resistant tuberculosis is a growing problem facing the country as _______ patients increased by 13% in 2016, even as total deaths from tuberculosis fell.
Options
- ADying
- BEffect
- CAffected
- DImpact
Correct answer
C. Affected
Step-by-step solution
Deaths have actually decreased as per the statement and option A is incorrect. Effect means result/ consequence and is incorrect here. Impact is incorrect in terms of grammar. Only Affected fits in well. Hence, option C is correct.