'Much' is related to 'Many' (quantifiers for uncountable vs countable nouns) in the same way as 'Measure' is related to which corresponding discrete-quantity action?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Count

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
This item blends grammar/usage with quantitative reasoning. 'Much' and 'many' are both quantifiers, but they apply to different noun types: 'much' modifies uncountable nouns (e.g., much water), while 'many' modifies countable plural nouns (e.g., many bottles). We must echo that continuous-versus-discrete contrast using a pair of actions that quantify in corresponding ways.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Much ↔ uncountable quantity (continuous measure).
  • Many ↔ countable quantity (discrete count).
  • 'Measure' typically applies to continuous magnitudes (length, mass, volume).
  • We need the action for discrete quantities that parallels 'many'.


Concept / Approach:
Preserve the conceptual mapping from continuous to discrete. 'Measure' corresponds to quantifying a continuous attribute with units (metres, kilograms, litres). The discrete counterpart is 'count', which enumerates items (1, 2, 3, ...). Therefore, the analogy 'Measure : Count' mirrors 'Much : Many' by switching from continuous to discrete quantification.



Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Determine relation in the stem: contrasting quantifiers for continuous vs discrete nouns.2) Align actions accordingly: measure (continuous) ↔ count (discrete).3) Choose 'Count' to maintain the parallel.



Verification / Alternative check:
Grammar guides: 'much' modifies non-count nouns; 'many' modifies count nouns. In measurement theory, continuous variables are assessed by measuring, while discrete variables are enumerated by counting. The mapping is therefore exact.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Calculate: A broader operation (could involve either counts or measures); not the clean discrete analogue.
  • Measure: Mirrors the first term; does not provide the contrasted pair.
  • Weight: A noun/verb tied to a specific measure (mass/force), not the general discrete action.
  • None of these: Incorrect because 'Count' is exact.


Common Pitfalls:
Confusing 'calculate' (a process) with 'count' (the discrete quantification act), or overlooking the grammatical clue of much vs many.



Final Answer:
Count

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