Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted segment without changing its meaning in the given sentence.
Entrepreneurial endeavours drive economic growth and innovation, empowering individuals to bring their ideas to fruition.

Correct option is C

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is ventures contribute to economic flourishing.
Explanation:
The word "endeavours" means efforts or attempts to achieve something. The most suitable replacement is "ventures", which refers to business or entrepreneurial efforts. The phrase "drive economic growth and innovation" is best substituted with "contribute to economic flourishing", as both convey the idea of positive economic impact.
· The verb "drive" (meaning to push forward) can be replaced with "contribute to", which means to help in achieving something.
· The noun "endeavours" (meaning efforts) is well replaced by "ventures", which implies business-related efforts.
Example:
Innovative business ventures contribute to economic flourishing by creating new jobs and technologies.