Question

Don't worry about the solution until the problem _ _ _ _ . (Use the correct phrasal verb)

• A. comes off
• B. comes in
• C. comes up
• D. comes through

Hint:

The phrasal verb come up is frequently used for problems, issues, questions, and opportunities. Examples:
• A problem came up during the meeting.
• If anything comes up, let me know.
• An unexpected issue came up yesterday.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Phrasal verbs often have meanings that cannot be understood merely by combining the meanings of the individual words. The phrase needed in this sentence must express the idea of a problem appearing, arising, occurring, or presenting itself. The sentence advises a person not to think about the solution before the problem actually arises.

Step 1: Analyzing the context carefully. The sentence reads: \[ \text{Don't worry about the solution until the problem _ _ _ _ .} \] This means the problem has not yet appeared. The missing phrasal verb should therefore mean:
• to arise,
• to occur,
• to appear,
• to present itself.

Step 2: Examining each option.
• comes off This means succeeds, happens successfully, or becomes detached. It does not mean “arises.” Hence, it is incorrect.
• comes in This means enters, arrives, or becomes fashionable. It does not suit the context of a problem appearing. Hence, it is incorrect.
• comes up The phrasal verb come up means to arise, occur, or present itself unexpectedly. This matches the intended meaning perfectly. Hence, it is correct.
• comes through This generally means survives a difficult situation or succeeds after difficulties. It does not mean “arises.” Hence, it is incorrect.

Step 3: Constructing the final sentence. Substituting the correct option gives: \[ \text{Don't worry about the solution until the problem comes up.} \] This sentence conveys the intended meaning accurately. Therefore, \[ \boxed{\text{comes up}} \] is the correct answer.