Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate word from the given options and fill in the blank. All of us should understand that crime never ---------------

  1. helps

  2. pays

  3. works

  4. matters
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'crime never pays' is a common idiom meaning that criminal behavior never results in long-term benefit or profit. 'Pays' here means 'is profitable' or 'brings good results'. The other words don't fit this established expression.

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