Classification (natural vs man-made phenomena/objects): Three are natural entities/phenomena; one is a human-made machine. Identify the odd one out.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Aeroplane

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
World-knowledge classification frequently separates natural objects and phenomena from artificial constructs. River (natural watercourse), Earth (natural celestial body), and breeze (natural movement of air) are all natural. An aeroplane is a human-engineered machine designed for flight. The natural vs man-made boundary provides the intended odd-one-out contrast.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • River → natural geographic formation.
  • Earth → natural planet.
  • Breeze → natural atmospheric phenomenon.
  • Aeroplane → man-made vehicle/machine.


Concept / Approach:
Partition by origin: natural vs artificial. Exactly one entry is artificial, so it becomes the outlier under the standard 3:1 structure used in reasoning questions.



Step-by-Step Solution:

Mark river/Earth/breeze as natural.Mark aeroplane as human-made.Select aeroplane as the odd one.


Verification / Alternative check:
Consider whether the item exists without human intervention. Aeroplanes require design and manufacture; the other three exist independently of humans.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:

They are not artifacts; they occur naturally.


Common Pitfalls:
None; this is a direct natural/artifact split.



Final Answer:
Aeroplane

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