JAMB Use of English 2005 Question 29

Question 29

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: If the trader paid in full, his order was not pruned down.

  1. A.The trader who made full payment did not have his order reduced
  2. B.The trader who made some payment did not have his order delayed.
  3. C.Unless the trader paid in full his order would be rejected.
  4. D.As the trader did not increase his order, he did not need to pay in full
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The trader who made full payment did not have his order reduced)

Explanation

'Pruned down' means cut or reduced; full payment meant the order was not reduced.