Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Land with unoccupied possession is pretending to be more valuable.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. is likely to be.
- The phrase "is pretending to be" implies a deceptive or false appearance.
- In contrast, the suggested substitution "is likely to be" conveys a sense of probability or potentiality, indicating that the land with unoccupied possession has a good chance of being more valuable.
- This change clarifies the idea that there's a reasonable expectation of increased value rather than suggesting deception.