Multiple choice softskills communication

A Slap on the Wrist means

  1. mild punishment

  2. Slapping heavily

  3. Slapped on wrist

  4. Broke the wrist bone
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Explanation

'A slap on the wrist' is a metaphor for a mild or nominal punishment - not severe enough to deter the behavior. It's not about literally slapping (B, C) or injury (D). The phrase suggests the punishment is more symbolic than consequential.

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