Which of the phrases (1), (2), (3) and (4) given below each statement should be placed in the blank space provided so as to make meaningful and grammatically correct sentence?
The middle class was hit the hardest during the recession of 2007-09 as the rich class ____________
1
refused to help the masses.
2
saw it as an opportunity to earn more profits.
3
decided to upsurge poverty.
4
had the means to diversify their assets.