Match List I with List II

 Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I 

The correct answer is Option (4) → A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I 

A. All the rules of synthesis are III. at his fingertips - This phrase means that someone knows something very well and is familiar with it, suggesting that the person is highly knowledgeable about the rules of synthesis.

B. He is up to all the tricks IV. of the trade to grind his own axe - This phrase indicates that someone is using all the methods or techniques of a particular profession or occupation to achieve their own selfish goals.

C. Australia had to bite the dust II. in the final of the world cup - This phrase suggests that Australia faced defeat or failure in the final match of the World Cup.

D. He comes from a noble family I. but he himself is a bad egg - This phrase means that although someone comes from a respectable or high-status family, they themselves are morally corrupt or dishonest.

Each phrase corresponds to a particular situation or characteristic described in List II.