This sentence misuses the word "parameter," which means a variable (something that changes). The second half of the sentence uses the word "border," which indicates that "perimeter," which means a border, is the correct choice. The answer is, "The perimeter of the compound."

This sentence misuses the word "affect," which is a verb meaning to cause a change. The appropriate word here is "effect," which is a noun meaning a change. No other changes are necessary; the correct answer is, "The effects of such a large company."

This sentence misuses the word "hone," which means to sharpen. The correct phrasing would be to "home in," but note that the answer choices does not include the "in" after the word "home," which changes the meaning of the word to a house, instead of the action meant here. It can be concluded from the context of the sentence that the officers want to surround/close in on the suspect. "Converge," which means this, is the correct choice ("Diverge" means to separate). 

This sentence misuses the word "affect," which is a verb means to cause a change. The context of this sentence indicates that the noun, "effect," meaning a change, should be used here. The correct choice is, "Her book had an enormous effect on companies around the world."

This sentence misuses the word "luxuriant," which means abundant. The more appropriate word is "luxurious," which means ornate, showing luxury.

This sentence misuses the word "depreciate," which means to reduce in value. From the context of the sentence, it is clear that a word with the meaning to make fun of or belittle is meant. The word that fits here is "disparage." The correct choice is, "disparaged her contributions to the company."

This sentence misuses the word "invoke," which means to call upon. The more appropriate word is "evoke," which means to bring forth, to produce. No additional changes are necessary to the sentence. The correct choice is, "His poetry evoked laughter in all, from toddlers to the elderly."

This sentence misuses the word "enervate," which means to weaken. It is clear from the context of this sentence that the subject is looking for something to give him energy. The correct word is "energized," which means to give energy. 

This sentence misuses the word "discrete," which means individual/distinct. The correct word is "discreet," which means cautious/using good judgement and can be interpreted also as secretive. The context of the sentence (use of the word "confidential") tell us this is the correct choice: "discreet."

This sentence misuses the word "illicit," which means illegal. From the context of the sentence, it is clear that the subject wants to bring out or evoke these feelings in his audiences. The correct choice is "elicit," which fits this definition.