Question 35
Sentence InterpretationSelect 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.
- A.All Abu is saying is that Mero probably deserves more than fifty naira and not less.
- B.All Abu is concerned with is that Mero should be given nothing more than fifty naira
- C.In Abu's estimation, Mero merits not more than fifty naira.
- D.In Abu's opinion, Mero deserves fifty naira or probably more.
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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.