Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate meaning of the following word.

EMBEZZLE

  1. Divert (money) fraudulently to own use

  2. Puzzle

  3. Entangle

  4. Mind boggling
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Embezzle specifically refers to fraudulently taking money or property that has been entrusted to you, typically in a professional context like accounting or business management. The key aspect is the breach of trust combined with fraudulent diversion of funds. Option B 'Puzzle' and C 'Entangle' are unrelated meanings, while D 'Mind boggling' describes confusion rather than theft.

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