SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 8

SSC GD Constable (English) - 2 Feb 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q8

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Penny wise and pound foolish

 

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 3 i.e.Careful in trivial matters but wasteful in large.

  • It suggests that the person focuses too much on saving small amounts of money but overlooks or neglects larger financial considerations, ultimately leading to wastefulness or loss.