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Which word or words explains the meaning of the following idioms:- A fool’s errand

A blunder
An impossible task
A useless undertaking
None of these

Correct Answer: An impossible task

Explanation:

A fool’s errand means a task that has little to no chance of being successful or beneficial.

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