Classification (relation type): Three pairs show an object and its inherent property (quality); one pair shows a container and its content. Choose the odd pair.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Purse : Money

Explanation:

Introduction / Context:This item tests recognition of semantic relation types. Most options express an object → inherent property linkage. One option instead encodes a container → content relationship, which is categorically different.

Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Ice cube → cold (intrinsic state/quality).
  • Iron → hard (inherent property).
  • Marble → smooth (typical surface quality; spelling corrected from “Marbale”).
  • Purse → money (content carried, not an inherent property).

Concept / Approach:Classify each pair as “object–property” or “container–content.” The odd pair will be of the latter type only.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Ice cube : Cold → object–property.Iron : Hard → object–property.Marble : Smooth → object–property.Purse : Money → container–content (different).

Verification / Alternative check:Ask: Can the right-hand term be described as a characteristic adjective? “Cold,” “hard,” and “smooth” are qualities; “money” is a noun denoting content.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Ice cube, iron, and marble pairs consistently describe inherent qualities.

Common Pitfalls:Overlooking part-of-speech clues (adjective vs noun). Adjectives typically indicate properties in such questions.

Final Answer:Purse : Money

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