Q25

[Emily Madan]

Correct Answer: (D)
Question Type: Inference (41-44, 22-25)

For this question, we should start by finding out how exactly the word "selectively" is used. Going back to the passage, it looks like it means the government would choose which homes to lose their water supply. Basically, we need to find the answer choice that indicates picking based on context.

(A) "particularly" means some applications of law, not choosing laws. Eliminate it.

(B) "probability" has an entirely different meaning than choosing. Eliminate it.

(C) "alternative" here, means other methods. Again, we’re not choosing methods, so this doesn’t match. Eliminate it.

(D) "discretionary" refers to choosing different places of non-enforcement. This has the same meaning. This is the correct answer.

(E) "capricious" here means arbitrary or inappropriate application of this principle. It is not choosing. Eliminate it.