Question

From the given options, choose the substitute of the underlined phrase/idiom.

The company has been handed over to the new masters lock, stock, and barrel.

• A. Completely
• B. Financially
• C. Administratively
• D. Partially

Answer 1

The correct option is A Completely

The given phrase means 'including everything'.

Option A is correct. 'completely' means 'including everything'. Thus, it has the required meaning and is the correct answer.

Options B, C and D are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.

'Financially' means 'Relating to money', 'Administratively' means 'relating to the organisation' and 'partially' means 'only in part'.