Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: M
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Odd-one-out items in verbal reasoning often rely on a single linguistic attribute that splits a small set cleanly. In English alphabets, letters are grouped into vowels and consonants; this binary is stable and widely taught, making it a reliable separator.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Use the vowel–consonant classification. If three are vowels and one is a consonant (or vice versa), the singleton defines the outlier.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Classify each letter: A, E, I → vowels; M → consonant.2) Count category membership: three vowels vs one consonant.3) The unique member is the consonant “M”.Verification / Alternative check:Cross-check pronunciation and standard school lists of vowels (A, E, I, O, U). “M” is not in that set.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They belong to the vowel set and therefore are not the outlier.
Common Pitfalls:Avoid confusing sometimes-vowel “Y”; it is not present here and does not affect this classification.
Final Answer:M
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