Question

Yes, the benefits of CRISPR are likely to be made available primarily through private, profit-seeking companies, giving rich far better access to the technology than the poor. But the fact is not likely to lead to a moratorium - much less a ban - on gene editing.
What is it meant by “moratorium”?

A. Outcry
B. Prohibition
C. Destruction
D. Disagreement

Answer 1

Should be B. prohibition

Answer 2

The answer is B, moratorium means to prohibit something.