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Option 2 : A misleading clue that diverts attention
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सही उत्तर A misleading clue that diverts attention है।
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The idiom "a red herring" is used to describe:
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A rare and valuable clue
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A misleading clue that diverts attention
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A confirmed piece of evidence
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A secret informant of the police
Correct Answer: A misleading clue that diverts attention
A red herring is something that misleads or distracts from the relevant issue; the term comes from the practice of using strong-smelling fish to train hounds. / (English-only section)
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