Question

use context to determine meaning and analyze how a word functions. voters approved a project to renovate central high school by a margin of only 2%. the project includes restoring and repairing the oldest wing of the school and installing new technology in every classroom. the cost of the project, $2 million, was the main factor in some voters’ rejection of the plan. “the cost is just too steep,” sandra robertson explained. what is the most likely meaning of the word renovate? to restore or improve something to tear down or demolish something to install new technology

Explanation:

The text mentions restoring and repairing the oldest wing of the school as part of the project. This implies improving or bringing back to good condition, which is in line with the meaning of 'restore or improve something'. Tearing - down or demolishing is the opposite, and installing new technology is just one part of the project, not the overall meaning of 'renovate'.

Answer:

to restore or improve something