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Problem 20 - Entrance Test

The corporation adopted a new sustainability policy aimed at minimizing its environmental impact. The initiative is projected to _______ reduce waste, _______ conserve natural resources, and promote responsible corporate citizenship.

A. substantially; therebyB. substantial; therebyC. substantially; thusD. substantial; thusE. substantially, thereby

Correct: A

The correct answer is 'substantially; thereby'. 'Substantially' is an adverb modifying reduce. 'Thereby' accurately connects this action to conserving resources and promotion of citizenship. The adjective form 'substantial' is inappropriate. While 'thus' is also correct in meaning, 'thereby' more directly highlights the consequence.