Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Haste makes waste'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Haste makes waste'.

A. Be fast

B. Hurrying leads to mistakes that cost time

C. Waste is good

D. Speed saves time

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

It means doing things too quickly causes errors.

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