Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the bracketed idiom in the given sentence.
He bought (a baker's dozen) of biscuits.
Option 1: Thirteen
Option 2: Twelve
Option 3: Fifteen
Option 4: Ten
Correct Answer: Thirteen
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation:
A baker's dozen traditionally means thirteen items , usually in reference to baked goods like bread or pastries. It originates from a practice where bakers would add an extra item to a dozen (which typically consists of twelve) to avoid shortchanging customers.
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