If the word rudiment is defined as a fundamental principle or skill, and the suffix -ary is defined as "of or relating to,” what does the term rudimentary education mean? A. the education necessary for getting a job B. a manual education C. an education gained through hard work D. a basic education

D. A basic education.

Explanation:

According to Oxford Languages, rudimentary means "involving or limited to basic principles." I would think that a rudimentary skill is the most basic or fundamental level of education. Options A-C all make the education seem a little more detailed or qualified than a rudimentary level. Hopefully that makes sense! :)