Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
We're asking them to ______ the deadline.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) extend.
Explanation: The verb extend is commonly used with time-related objects like deadlines, leaves, visas etc. It means to make something last longer. (समय सीमा बढ़ाना)
Example: We requested the teacher to extend the submission date.
Other options and why incorrect:
· (a) Increase: Refers to quantity or size (बढ़ाना), not time duration
· (b) Enlarge: Means to make physically bigger (बड़ा करना)
· (c) Broaden: Used for making things wider or more general (चौड़ा करना)