Odd-one-out (mammal classification): Choose the word that does not belong to the group. Items to analyze by order/diet (ungulate herbivores vs. insectivores): Sheep, Gazelle, Ibex, Shrew Choose the single word that is different from the rest.
Verbal Reasoning
Classification
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ASheep
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BGazelle
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CIbex
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DShrew
Answer
Correct Answer: Shrew
Explanation
Given data
- Sheep, Gazelle, Ibex, Shrew
Concept/Approach Classify by typical biological group and diet.
Step-by-step reasoning Sheep → hoofed herbivore (ruminant ungulate). Gazelle → hoofed herbivore (ungulate). Ibex → hoofed herbivore (wild goat; ungulate). Shrew → small insectivore (order Eulipotyphla), not an ungulate.
Final Answer Shrew