Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Mosquito, Cat, Tiger, Elephant, Whale
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
This ordering task uses general knowledge of animal sizes. We must rank the given animals from smallest to largest, a common reasoning pattern in verbal tests.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Compare average adult size/biomass: insects are smallest by far; domestic cats are small mammals; big cats (tiger) are larger; elephants are the largest land mammals; whales (e.g., blue whale) exceed elephants in mass.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Smallest: Mosquito.Next: Cat.Then: Tiger.Next: Elephant.Largest: Whale.
Verification / Alternative check:
Any cross-check of representative masses confirms the monotonic increase in this order.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They reverse ends or interleave animals against known size classes.
Common Pitfalls:
Confusing whale sizes with some smaller species; the largest whales vastly exceed elephants.
Final Answer:
Mosquito, Cat, Tiger, Elephant, Whale
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