Fill in the blank (precision in notices/ads) “An employment advertisement should ______ the number of vacancies.” Select the most accurate verb.

Difficulty: Easy

specify
imply
conceal
inflate

Correct Answer: specify

Explanation:

Given data

Advertisements must clearly state openings.

Concept/Approach
Specify means to state explicitly and clearly, which is the requirement for vacancy counts.

Option analysis
specify — correct: to state precisely.imply — suggest indirectly; not acceptable for job ads.conceal / inflate — unethical and opposite to the requirement.

Final Answer
specify

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