After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The economic situation is so bad that many wage-earners are hardly able to make both ends meet. This means that
A
people's income exceed their expenditure
B
most people are extravagant with their income
C
people's earnings are not sufficient for their essential needs
D
most people engage in activities that bring them extra pay
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
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Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23726)