Verification of truth — must-have relationship: A child must have had which of the following?
Verbal Reasoning
Verification of Truth
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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Atoys
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Bfriends
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Cparents
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Deducation
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: parents
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This item asks for a condition that is necessarily true for the existence of a child, independent of culture, economics, or social circumstances.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- “Child” refers to a human offspring.
- We are considering biological necessity, not social opportunities or possessions.
Concept / Approach:By biological reproduction, every child necessarily has parents (at minimum, a biological mother and father, or donor equivalents). Toys, friends, and formal education are culturally contingent and not guaranteed.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Evaluate each option for universality across all societies and times.2) Only “parents” is universally necessary for a child’s existence.3) Select “parents.”Verification / Alternative check:Even in exceptional reproductive technologies, the concept of parentage (genetic/gestational) persists; friendships, toys, and schooling vary widely.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Toys: Not necessary.
- Friends: Not guaranteed.
- Education: Access varies; not universal.
- None of these: Incorrect since “parents” is necessary.
Common Pitfalls:
- Confusing common childhood experiences with definitional necessities.
Final Answer:
parents