Analogy — “Nail” is cut by a “Nail cutter”; in the same way, “Hair” is cut by ____. (Identify the tool used.)

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Scissors

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
This is an instrument–action analogy. The first pair links an object to the tool that acts upon it: a “Nail” is trimmed by a “Nail cutter.” We need the equivalent tool for “Hair.”


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Nail cutter is a cutting instrument for nails.
  • We require the standard instrument for cutting hair.


Concept / Approach:
“Scissors” (or sometimes “Razor”) cut hair; among options, “Scissors” is the canonical tool mapping best to the form of the first pair (object → hand tool).


Step-by-Step Solution:

1) Identify relation: object → hand tool used to cut it.2) Hair → Scissors.3) Evaluate alternatives: “Razor” also cuts hair but is less parallel to “nail cutter” in typical grooming sets; “Comb” arranges, not cuts; “Oil” treats; “Haircut” is an action/result, not a tool.


Verification / Alternative check:
Barbering relies on scissors as the primary cutting instrument, keeping the analogy symmetrical with “nail cutter.”


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Oil: conditioner, not cutter.Comb: aligns/untangles, does not cut.Haircut: process/outcome, not instrument.Razor: plausible but less directly parallel to “nail cutter.”


Common Pitfalls:
Choosing a related grooming item (comb/oil) rather than the actual cutting instrument.


Final Answer:
Scissors

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