Question

Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which is nearest in meaning to the italicised word in the sentence.
He does not know how to husband his resources.

• A. manage
• B. dominate
• C. rule
• D. watch

Answer 1

The correct option is A manage

The highlighted word, in this context, means 'use carefully'.

Option A is correct. 'Manage' also means 'to use carefully'. Since it has the required meaning, it is the correct answer.

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

'Dominate' means 'be larger in power'.

'Rule' means 'to have authority over'.

'Watch' means 'to look with eyes'.