Analogy — Part–of–whole (entry structure): House : Door :: Compound : ? Pick the feature that relates to “Compound” as “Door” relates to “House” (principal entry).

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Gate

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
The pair suggests a “principal entry of an enclosure.” A door is the designed entry into a house; correspondingly, the usual controlled entry into a compound is through its gate.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • House → Door (main access).
  • Compound → ? (main access element among gate, fence, foundation, wall).


Concept / Approach:
Maintain the functional relationship “enclosure : primary access point.” The element must be the designed portal, not just any boundary component.



Step-by-Step Solution:

1) Identify function: For a house, the door provides entry; for a compound, the gate serves the same function.2) Check distractors: Fence and Wall are boundary/containment, not portals; Foundation is structural support, not entry.3) Select “Gate”.


Verification / Alternative check:
Replace “House : Door” with “Compound : Gate” in everyday usage; the analogy reads naturally.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Fence/Wall: Elements of enclosure; not an access point.
  • Foundation: Structural base; unrelated to ingress.
  • None of these: Invalid since “Gate” fits.


Common Pitfalls:
Selecting a boundary element because it “belongs” to a compound but missing the access function that “door” signals in the stem.



Final Answer:
Gate

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