Which of the following is a synonym for 'allocate'?

• A. Withhold
• B. Ignore
• C. Assign
• D. Remove

Answer: (C)

Understanding synonyms for allocate is what this question tests. Allocate means to designate resources or duties for a specific purpose. When you allocate funds or tasks, you are effectively assigning them to a project or person. Assign fits as a synonym because it conveys the same idea of designating or distributing to a recipient or purpose. The other terms express different actions: withhold means to hold back, ignore means to pay no attention to, and remove means to take away. So assign is the best match.