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. The professor's explanation of quantum mechanics was clear as mud .Solution
The idiom "clear as mud" is used sarcastically to describe something that is very unclear or confusing. In this context, the professor’s explanation left the students puzzled, not enlightened.
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