Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined world(S). The Federal Government approved a new salary structure as an incentive for the Nigerian wor...

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined world(S).

The Federal Government approved a new salary structure as an incentive for the Nigerian workers?

Answer Details

The underlined word "incentive" means something that motivates or encourages someone to do something. An option closest in meaning to "incentive" is "an encouragement," which also means something that motivates or inspires someone. Therefore, "an encouragement" is the correct answer.