Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Put the cart before the horse'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Put the cart before the horse'.

A. To load a horse

B. To push a cart

C. To plan properly

D. To do things in the wrong order

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

It means to reverse the logical sequence of events.

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