In the questions given below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below each sentence, some phrases are given which can substitute the underlined part of the sentence. Identify the phrase which can correctly substitute the underlined part of the sentence. If the sentence is correct, as it is, the answer should be 'no improvement is required'.

Due to the scarcity of hurricanes near the coast, a beach house must have sturdy walls to prevent it from collapsing.

The correct answer is: prevalence.

Key Points

• The word "scarcity" means a situation in which something is not easy to find or get; insufficiency or short supply. (कमी )
  • Example: There is a scarcity of fresh water in many parts of the world.
• "Prevalence" refers to the fact or condition of being widespread or common in a particular area or at a particular time. (प्रचलन)
  • Example: The prevalence of fast-food restaurants has significantly increased over the past decade.
• Hence, the correct substitution in the sentence context is 'prevalence' as it indicates the common occurrence of hurricanes near the coast.

Therefore, the correct answer is: prevalence.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Negligence (लापरवाही): Failure to take proper care over something.
  • Example: His negligence resulted in a serious accident.
• Depletion (क्षीणता ): Reduction in the number or quantity of something.
  • Example: Overfishing has led to the depletion of many marine species.