139. The share price fluctuated. The trend was slightly upward. A. The share price fluctuated; as the upward trend. B. The share price fluctuated; consequently, the trend was slightly upward. C. The share price fluctuated; due to the upward trend. D. The share price fluctuated; however, the trend was slightly upward. 140. Asia is home to 50 per cent of the world's urban population. At the same time, Europe is home to 14 per cent of the world's urban population. A. Asia is home to 50 per cent of the world's urban population although Europe is home to 14 per cent of the world's urban population. B. Asia is home to 50 per cent of the world's urban population due to Europe is home to 14 per cent of the world's urban population. C. Asia is home to 50 per cent of the world's urban population, nevertheless, Europe is home to 14 per cent of the world's urban population. D. Asia is home to 50 per cent of the world's urban population whereas Europe is home to 14 per cent of the world's urban population.