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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


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Answer (1)
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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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