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JAMB English Language 2013 Objective — Question 40

Question 40 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Zinana's examination result was not unfavourable.

  • A. Her examination did not meet her expectation
  • B. She was successful in the examinationCorrect
  • C. Her result could not earn her admission
  • D. She failed her examination

Explanation

Two negatives nullify each other. 'Not unfavourable' means 'favourable'. The statement is dysphemistic saying pleasant things in a negative way.

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