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    Question

    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the

    idiom/phrase in bold in the sentence. The manager decided to take the bull by the horns and address the issue directly.
    A avoid the problem Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B face the problem boldly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C hesitate to act Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D delegate the task Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "take the bull by the horns" means to confront a difficult or challenging situation directly and with courage.

    In the given sentence, the manager is taking decisive action to deal with the issue rather than avoiding it.

    The other options are incorrect because:

    "Avoid the problem" is the opposite of the idiom's meaning.

    "Hesitate to act" does not convey boldness or directness.

    "Delegate the task" suggests passing responsibility rather than tackling it directly.

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