JAMB Use of English 1980 Question 48

Question 48

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the best option to fill the gap: I am afraid you cannot use this telephone; it is ________

  1. A.out of order
  2. B.in order
  3. C.for order
  4. D.at order
  5. E.with order
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (out of order)

Explanation

A machine that is not working is 'out of order'.