Analogy – young one to adult (species match): “Calf” is related to “Cow” in the same way that “Kitten” is related to which of the following?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Cat

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Another parent–offspring analogy: a calf grows into a cow (bovine). We need the adult corresponding to a kitten. This checks species mapping accuracy.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Calf → Cow is the young→adult relation within cattle.
  • Kitten is the young of cats.
  • We must pick the correct adult species for “Kitten.”


Concept / Approach:
Keep species consistency. “Kitten : Cat” parallels “Calf : Cow.” Thus, the correct completion is “Cat.”


Step-by-Step Solution:

Identify the relation: offspring → adult.Recall species mapping: kitten → cat, puppy → dog, fawn → deer, duckling → duck, cub → bear.Select the matching adult: Cat.


Verification / Alternative check:
Cross-check incorrect mappings: bear cub is called “cub,” deer young is a “fawn,” and “duckling” maps to duck. “Kitten” uniquely maps to “cat.”


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Bear, Deer, Duck: Each corresponds to a different young name (cub, fawn, duckling), not “kitten.”


Common Pitfalls:
Choosing by familiarity rather than exact species nomenclature. Always ensure the young name matches the adult species precisely.


Final Answer:
Cat

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