Odometer is to mileage as compass is to ______

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: direction

Explanation:

Given data

  • Analogy: odometer : mileage :: compass : ?

Concept/ApproachIdentify the measurement produced by each device.

Step-by-step reasoningAn odometer measures mileage (distance traveled).A compass indicates direction or bearing (north, south, etc.).

Verification/AlternativeDevice to measurement mapping: speedometer→speed, altimeter→altitude, compass→direction.

Common pitfalls

  • Choosing distance; that would pair with odometer, not compass.

Final Answerdirection

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