Choose the most appropriate pair of words from the options given below to fill in the blanks in the given sentence in the same order to make the sentence meaningfully complete. The _______ imposed for non-payment was too _______ for it to bring in any improvement.

Correct answer: penalty, low

Explanation: Context: The sentence talks about a fine or punishment that is too small to be effective. ‘Penalty’ and ‘low’ fit perfectly together in this context. 1. penalty, low ✅ – correct; matches meaning and grammar. 2. toll, simple ❌ – incorrect pairing. 3. punishment, harsh ❌ – opposite meaning. 4. fine, severe ❌ – doesn’t fit context of mildness. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: The penalty imposed for non-payment was too low to bring any improvement.