Geographical formation scale (smallest to largest): Arrange — a. ROCK, b. HILL, c. MOUNTAIN, d. RANGE, e. STONE.
Verbal Reasoning
Logical Sequence of Words
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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Aa, c, d, b, e
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Be, a, b, c, d
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Cd, c, b, e, a
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De, b, c, d, a
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: e, a, b, c, d
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This problem orders physical formations by scale. We move from the smallest discrete object to the largest regional feature.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Items: STONE, ROCK, HILL, MOUNTAIN, RANGE.
- Order required: increasing size/extent.
Concept / Approach:A stone is a small piece of rock; a rock is larger than a stone but remains a single object. Multiple hills/mountains form a range. Thus we scale up naturally.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Smallest: e (STONE).Then: a (ROCK).Next: b (HILL).Then: c (MOUNTAIN).Largest: d (RANGE).Verification / Alternative check:Consistent with geomorphology terminology: ranges are aggregations of mountains/hills.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They invert the containment/scale relationship.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing rock vs stone usage; placing “range” before “mountain”.
Final Answer:e, a, b, c, d