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Passage: The 'brain drain' refers to the migration of highly skilled and educated individuals to developed countries. Q55. What does 'brain drain' mean?
ALosing one's memory
BMigration of skilled and educated people
CWater leaking from a building
DA new type of medical surgery
✓ Correct Answer: B — Migration of skilled and educated people
The text defines 'brain drain' as the migration of highly skilled and educated individuals.
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