Expression: discussion on the nuts and bolts of the issue

[Nedoym]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #406 "English Slang Idioms (141)", question 7

"We are spending too much time talking about the petty details. We need to focus our discussion on the ......... and bolts of the issue," Susan told the other people in the meeting.

(a) nuts
(b) structures
(c) boards
(d) tools

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #406 "English Slang Idioms (141)", answer 7

"We are spending too much time talking about the petty details. We need to focus our discussion on the nuts and bolts of the issue," Susan told the other people in the meeting.

Correct answer: (a) nuts
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what is the answer?

Nedoym

[Linda]

Hello,
(C) "nuts" is the right answer. It's a common expression that refers to the fundamental, important aspects of an issue.
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