SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 18

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • English • Q18

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
On the face of it , nothing seems to be fishy about the matter.
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. What appears on the surface.

Idiom: On the face of it
Meaning: As something appears at first glance or based on initial impression, without deeper investigation.
Example: On the face of it, the deal looked fine, but later we found major issues.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.