Question

what is the meaning of the word superfluous as used in the passage?
\what can i get you?\ i asked the customer at the counter. he gave me his order and then told me all sorts of superfluous information about himself: how he couldnt find a parking spot near the coffee shop, how he was running late for work, and how he was taking a much - needed vacation next week. while he shared these unnecessary details, a line of annoyed customers gathered behind him.
boring or uninteresting

extra, or more than is needed

intimate or personal

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "superfluous", we analyze the context. The passage says the customer shared "unnecessary details" (like parking issues, work lateness, vacation) while ordering, and a line of annoyed customers formed. The phrase "unnecessary details" matches "extra, or more than is needed"—the other options ("boring" or "intimate") don't fit as the issue is about unneeded info, not interest level or personal closeness.

Answer:

extra, or more than is needed