Classification – Odd one out (vowels vs consonant): Which letter does not belong with the others: A, E, I, Z?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Z

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
A quick alphabet classification: three entries are vowels in English; one is a consonant. Identify the consonant among the vowels.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • A — vowel.
  • E — vowel.
  • I — vowel.
  • Z — consonant.


Concept / Approach:
Apply the standard English vowel set {A, E, I, O, U}. Any letter outside this set is a consonant. Among the given letters, Z alone is a consonant; the rest are vowels. Therefore, Z is the odd one out.


Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Compare each letter to the vowel set.2) Mark A/E/I → vowels; Z → consonant.3) Select Z as the single consonant.


Verification / Alternative check:
Pronunciation check confirms Z produces a consonantal sound, unlike the vowel phonemes for A/E/I.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They are all vowels and thus belong together.


Common Pitfalls:
None—this is a straightforward vowel-consonant test.


Final Answer:
Z

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