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JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 65

Question 65

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: A conservative estimate put the number of missing persons at forty.

  1. A.An accurate
  2. B.An incorrect
  3. C.A rough
  4. D.A primitive
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Answer: A (An accurate)

Explanation

A conservative estimate is a cautious, deliberately low guess. Among the options, the contrast is an accurate (exact) figure.