Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the following sentence.
As far as possible, solid waste should be managed at the household level so that minimum waste is delivered for management at the community level.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. deposited.
Given word: Delivered
In the sentence, the word delivered refers to sending or handing over the waste from households to a common/community location for further management.
Synonym: Deposited
Meaning: To place or leave something somewhere, especially for safekeeping or processing.
Example: The garbage was deposited in the community bin for collection.
Why other options are incorrect:
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Withdrew: Means to take away or remove.
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Relocated: Means to move something to a different place.
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Replaced: Means to take the place of something.
Final Sentence: As far as possible, solid waste should be managed at the household level so that minimum waste is deposited for management at the community level.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.