14. With prices _______ so much, it is difficult for the school to plan a budget.

    A) vibrating    C) fluttering

    B) fluctuating  D) swinging

15. The person who _______ this type of approach for doing research deserves our praise.

    A) originated   C) generated

    B) speculated   D) manufactured

16. _______ that the demand for power continues to rise at the current rate, it will not be long before traditional sources become inadequate.

    A) Concerning   C) Assuming

    B) Ascertaining D) Regarding

17. Her jewelry _______ under the spotlights and she became the dominant figure at the ball.

    A) glared   C) blazed

    B) glittered    D) dazzled

18. Connie was told that if she worked too hard, her health would _______.

    A) deteriorate  C) descend

    B) degrade  D) decay