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Direction:  For : In each sentence given in questions there are two blanks. Below the sentences some pairs of words are given numbered A B C D. Pick the most appropriate pair to fill the blanks in the same order to complete the sentences meaningfully.

The region is likely to witness a __ up as competition for its precious resources __.

A)  rise, increases

B)  soar, progresses

C)  hover, strengthens

D)  flare, intensifies

E)  None of these