Multiple choice

Directions: Select the correct meaning of the idiom/ phrase from the four alternatives.

Fabian policy

  1. Policy of delaying decisions

  2. To weaken the power

  3. Support one another

  4. Policy of Finland
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A 'Fabian policy' refers to a strategy of delaying tactics and avoiding direct confrontation, named after Roman general Fabius Maximus who wore down Hannibal's forces through patience rather than battle. Option A correctly identifies this meaning of postponing decisions. This has nothing to do with Finland.

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