JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 35

Question 35

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: As far as Abu is concerned, Mero should be given fifty naira at the most.

  1. A.All Abu is saying is that Mero probably deserves more than fifty naira and not less.
  2. B.All Abu is concerned with is that Mero should be given nothing more than fifty naira
  3. C.In Abu's estimation, Mero merits not more than fifty naira.
  4. D.In Abu's opinion, Mero deserves fifty naira or probably more.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (In Abu's estimation, Mero merits not more than fifty naira.)

Explanation

'At the most' sets an upper limit: in Abu's view Mero deserves no more than fifty naira.