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?

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:

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