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JAMB English Language 2019 Objective — Question 14

Question 14 of 60 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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When produce is picked before it is _____ [ripe/sour C/lively D]

  • A. ripeCorrect
  • B. sour C
  • C. lively
  • D. D

Explanation

'Ripe' correctly describes the state of produce before which it is picked early for transport, contrasting the practice with allowing fruit to ripen naturally on the plant; the other listed options don't describe a stage of ripening.

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