Question

read the source of the allusion.
in one of aesops fables, a magical goose lays eggs made of gold instead of regular ones, making her owner rich.
what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
without careful planning, the business wont continue to be the golden goose it has been.
options: something that makes money, something with many purposes

Explanation:

The allusion to the "golden goose" in the sentence refers to a source of consistent financial gain (like the goose that lays golden eggs). The option "something that makes money" matches this meaning, as the golden goose metaphor represents a steady money - making entity. The other option about multiple purposes doesn't relate to the financial connotation of the golden goose allusion.

Answer:

something that makes money