Without the introduction of new jobs and tax breaks, the economy will remain stagnant instead of progressing at a more rapid rate. Do we really want our country to stay the way it is, or do we want to develop it into a better place for future generations? These definitions for stagnant appear in the dictionary. Which one best fits the context of the passage?
A. Inactive, sluggish, or dull
B. Stale or foul from standing, as a pool of water
C. Not flowing or running, as water, air, etc.
D. Lacking development or progressive movement