Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: ERENIGEN
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Word-anagram classification relies on recognizing hidden base words. Here, three options unscramble to flower names, while one unscrambles to a profession. The mismatch in category (plant vs occupation) identifies the outlier.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Attempt to unscramble each string into a familiar English word. Group them by semantic category and select the sole member from a different category.
Step-by-Step Solution:
DIRAMLOG → MARIGOLD → flower.UIHCSSBI → HIBISCUS → flower.AFOLDFID → DAFFODIL → flower.ERENIGEN → ENGINEER → profession → odd one out.
Verification / Alternative check:
Check letter counts to ensure perfect anagram matches (e.g., DAFFODIL contains exactly two Fs and two Ds present in AFOLDFID). This rules out near-misses.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Stopping after recognizing only one or two anagrams. Verify all to confirm category uniformity before selecting the odd one.
Final Answer:
ERENIGEN
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