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WAEC English Language 2016 Objective — Question 24

Question 24 of 140 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

There are clear indications that Buba backed the wrong horse. This means that Buba ___.

A. A. supported the wrong personCorrect
B. B. argued blindly
C. C. abandoned his position
D. D. bet on a losing horse

Explanation

'Back the wrong horse' means to support the wrong (losing) side/person.

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