Why did we use the word disclosed in this particular sentence?

[Maryama]

Test No. incompl/advan-38 "Are You in Debt?", question 3

It has been ......... by a government agency that the percentage of under 25 year olds owing large sums to companies is on the increase.

(a) distinguished
(b) deciphered
(c) dissolved
(d) disclosed

Test No. incompl/advan-38 "Are You in Debt?", answer 3

It has been disclosed by a government agency that the percentage of under 25 year olds owing large sums to companies is on the increase.

Correct answer: (d) disclosed
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Why did we use the word disclosed in this particular sentence?

Maryama

[Alan]

Disclose is another word for reveal or expose. When information is disclosed, it means that it has been made open/known to the public.
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English as a Second Language
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[Maryama]

Thanks a lot you are hero

Maryama