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Hobson's choice

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Hobson's choice


1). Intelligence 
2). Accuracy 
3). To take seriously 
4). No alternative


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Correct option - 4

The meaning of the above given idiom/phrase is lack of alternative; a choice between what is available and nothing.

For e.g. :- The shopkeeper had only one variety of wine at his shop. It was a hobson's choice. 

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

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