There are several different kinds, but the one you pick doesn't do its? - Answer & Explanation | Riddle Up

Riddle

There are several different kinds, but the one you pick doesn't do its job. What is it?

Choose an answer

A.A key

B.A safe

C.A password

D.A lock

Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 5 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A lock

Why this is the answer

This is a pun: locks come in many types, but the one skill a thief needs is to 'pick' a lock, defeating its very purpose.

This riddle is filed under "What Am I?" Riddles and rated Hard.

Related Riddles

All "What Am I?" Riddles

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I start new then become old. Start clean but be one dirty. I usually start big then become little. What am I?

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I count time, but have no end. Tick tick, but I am not a clock. What am I?

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I have got three eyes and all are in a straight line. When my red eyes opens, everything freezes. What am I?

EasyWhat Am I Riddle

I am very large but look very small. When night falls, I am cherished by all. What am I?

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I can be full, but I will never spill. I disappear at times, but return I always will. What am I?

EasyWhat Am I Riddle

I have a straight back and sharp teeth to cut objects. What am I?

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I have a frame but no pictures. I have poles but not standing up. What am I?

MediumWhat Am I Riddle

I am blinding at times yet help you see. I am necessary, but you'll burn with too much of me. What am I?

MediumWho Am I Riddle

I'm a god, a planet, and measurer of heat. Who am I?