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      Question

      In each of the following questions, a phrase is given.

      The phrase has been used in three sentences. One of the sentences uses the phrase incorrectly. Identify the sentence with the incorrect usage. Phrase: “At the eleventh hour” The government introduced crucial amendments to the policy at the eleventh hour, preventing potential economic disruptions that could have arisen from regulatory gaps. The firm secured funding at the eleventh hour after months of negotiation, just as it was on the verge of shutting down operations due to liquidity constraints. The committee meticulously planned the entire event at the eleventh hour, ensuring that every logistical detail was finalized well in advance of the scheduled date.
      A Only 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Only 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Only 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Both 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Meaning of phrase: “At the eleventh hour” = at the last possible moment Analysis: Sentence 1 → last-minute policy amendment → correct Sentence 2 → funding just before collapse → correct Sentence 3 → “planned… well in advance” → contradicts last-minute meaning  Phrase cannot be used with advance planning  Incorrect usage → Sentence 3

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