Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Q:

Retrenchment is the order of the day as recession overtakes Indian Industry.

• 1
  An admirable practice
• 2
  A common practice
• 3
  A general rule
• 4
  A popular measure