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JAMB Use of English 1987 Question 30

Question 30

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: The explosive growth of world population has not been caused by a sudden increase in human fertility.

  1. A.fantastic
  2. B.gradual
  3. C.combustible
  4. D.dangerous
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (gradual)

Explanation

Explosive growth is sudden and very fast; gradual growth is slow and steady.