Phrasal Verbs: Pare

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Question 1

For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.

A	They have had to PARE BACK the services they offer as their funding was reduced.
B	They have had to PARE WITH the services they offer as their funding was reduced.

Question 1 Explanation:

The correct expression is Pare back. If you pare something back, it means you reduce the size or numbers.

Question 2

For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.

A	They have PARED UP the number of employees as they haven't been doing well.
B	They have PARED DOWN the number of employees as they haven't been doing well.

Question 2 Explanation:

The correct expression is Pare down. Pare down means to reduce or to decrease

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