Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank.
Many fraud companies _____ (deceive) innocent customers and earn millions of dollars.

Correct option is A

The correct synonym of the given word is (a) mislead.
Deceive: To make someone believe something that is not true; to trick. (Hindi meaning: धोखा देना)
Example: He deceived his customers with false promises.
Mislead: To guide someone in the wrong direction or give wrong ideas. (Hindi meaning: गुमराह करना)
Example: The salesman misled customers into buying faulty products.
Synonyms: betray, trick, delude, misguide.
Antonyms: guide, enlighten, clarify.
Meanings of all the other options:
· (b) Facilitate: To make easier (सुविधा देना) – opposite in meaning.
· (c) Resolve: To solve or settle (सुलझाना) – unrelated.
· (d) Hamper: To obstruct or hinder (बाधा डालना) – not suitable in this context.