Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Arjun was an expert developer, and it took him all of a New York minute to solve the issue with the software.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. A very short amount of time.
Idiom: A New York minute
Meaning: An extremely short period of time; something that happens very quickly.
Example: Arjun fixed the bug in a New York minute, impressing the entire team.
Meaning of the other options:
A situation beyond the scope of one's imagination: Incorrect, unrelated meaning.
An elaborate exhibition or presentation: Incorrect, does not match the idiom.
A very casual attitude: Incorrect, unrelated to the context of speed.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.