It was a good piece of land. They got quite _ by using it to cultivate the much-needed industrial plants.
Correct answer: D. Prosperous
- A. Tranquil
- B. Peaceful
- C. Responsible
- D. Prosperous
Explanation
Since the land is good and much-needed industrial plants are being cultivated, the crop must be in demand and therefore good profit is being made so that is why 'prosperous' is chosen, which means to flourish financially, and have success.
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