Excerpt from Senior Citizens Center

Mauri Rapp

Although many residents might worry that such a project would inevitably increase property taxes, I’m here to assure you that we can acquire the necessary funding without resorting to a drastic tax hike.

Although many residents might worry that such a project would inevitably increase property taxes, I’m here to assure you that we can acquire the necessary funding without resorting to a drastic tax hike.

Which word BEST replaces the word “drastic” in the sentence?

A) essential

B) extreme

C) illogical

D) improved