Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Many forests are cleared to (1)____ way for palm oil plantations. Palm oil is the most (2) ____produced vegetable oil and is found in half of all supermarket products. It's cheap, versatile and can be added to (3)_____ food and personal products like lipstick and shampoo. (4) _____popularity has (5)______ people to clear tropical forests to grow more palm trees.
Question
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
Option 1: both
Option 2: each
Option 3: one
Option 4: between
Correct Answer: both
Solution : The right choice is the first option .
Explanation: The word "both" is used to refer to two items or groups collectively. In this context, it indicates that palm oil can be added to two categories: food and personal products (like lipsticks and shampoo). The use of "both" appropriately connects these two distinct categories, emphasising that palm oil is a common ingredient in each.
Therefore, the correct answer is both.
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