The appropriate synonym for the term “equitable” would be “fair.” This is best represented by option A.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary denotes the term “equitable” as the process of dealing fairly and equally with all concerned. The appropriate synonym for this term would be “fair” because the root word of equitable is “equity,” which refers to a state of fairness and impartiality.
The term “equal” wouldn’t be an appropriate synonym because equality describes the state of fair achievement (same pay, same job opportunities, etc.); however, equity refers to the equal allocation of resources given to achieve a goal (having different needs). While equity recognizes everyone has different needs, equality endows everybody the same resources but with differently favored opportunities.