Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Put all your eggs in one basket'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Put all your eggs in one basket'.

A. To risk everything on a single venture

B. To cook omelette

C. To gather eggs

D. To diversify

Answer: Option A

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It means to depend entirely on one plan or option.

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