Question

    In each of the following questions, an idiomatic

    expression/proverb has been given in bold– followed by four alternatives. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the bolded idiom/proverb. When I asked him about the missing report, he just passed the buck to his colleague.
    A Took responsibility Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Avoided responsibility Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Gave an honest explanation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Worked harder than other Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Passed the buck" means shifting responsibility or blame to someone else, avoiding taking accountability.

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