Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. temporary

  1. Step 1: An antonym has the opposite meaning, and "temporary" is the opposite of "permanent".
  2. Step 2: The other options are similar in meaning to "permanent" or unrelated.
Answer
temporary.
Why not the others: lasting and stable are close in meaning to "permanent" rather than opposite.

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