In good shape?

[Katia]

Test No. express/elem-5 "In Control", question 4

Considering they are over 70 years old, you must admit they are in good shape.

(a) fit
(b) wealthy
(c) clever
(d) slow

Test No. express/elem-5 "In Control", answer 4

Considering they are over 70 years old, you must admit they are fit.

Correct answer: (a) fit

Your answer was: incorrect
Considering they are over 70 years old, you must admit they are wealthy.
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A question...In which case do we use FIT or WEALTHY?
Thank you!
Katia

[Alan]

Hi Katia,

To be in good shape means physically fit/healthy and that's what's needed here. Wealthy on the other hand means having a lot of money.

Alan
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