There were a finite number of tickets to the game, as the stadium could only hold 20,000 people. which word is closest in meaning to the underlined word? special reserved pricey limited

D). Limited.

Explanation:

As per the question, the word that would be closest to the underlined word 'finite' in meaning is displayed through option D i.e. 'limited' as it best conveys and accomplishes the meaning as per the context of the sentence. The word 'finite' or 'limited' are synonymous and implies 'restricted to a particular size, number, or amount' and according to this, the sentence suggests that 'there were a 'limited'(finite or restricted) number of tickets as the stadium could only equip 20,000(restricted number) people.' Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

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