Question

a directions: all the words in the box are made from the base word regulate. select the correct word from the box to complete each sentence. use a dictionary, if necessary
regulating · regulation · unregulated · regulatory

1. the state assembly set up a __________ commission to study ways to enforce pollution standards.
2. the latest faucets are designed for __________ water flow to help conserve water usage.
3. local firefighters came to our school to explain a new fire - prevention __________
4. in a competition, \freestyle swimming\ refers to any __________ swim stroke.

Explanation:

1. "regulatory" means having the power to regulate. A commission to enforce pollution standards is regulatory.
2. "regulating" is the present - participle form, and faucets are designed for regulating water flow.
3. "regulation" refers to a rule or directive. Fire - prevention regulation is a rule about fire prevention.
4. "unregulated" means not controlled or restricted. Freestyle swimming is an unregulated swim stroke in a competition.

Answer:

1. regulatory
2. regulating
3. regulation
4. unregulated