Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
By contrast, depression is a (1)_____ long-term downturn in economic activity in one or more (2)_____ A depression is a more (3)_____ downturn than a recession, which is seen by some economists as part of the modern business cycle. The latter refers to (4)_____ that occur around a long-term growth trend and typically involve shifts over time between (5)_____ of relatively rapid economic growth (an expansion or boom) and periods of relative stagnation or decline (a contraction or recession).
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: perpetually
Option 2: periods
Option 3: perpetuity
Option 4: prods
Correct Answer: periods
Solution : The second option is correct.
Periods is a noun that means a length or portion of time. It is the correct choice because it refers to distinct time intervals, making it clear that the shifts are occurring at different points in time.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Perpetually means continuously or indefinitely.
- Perpetuity means infinite duration or timelessness.
- Prods means to poke or push.
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