Classification — instruments and what they measure: identify the single incorrect pairing.
Verbal Reasoning
Classification
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AAmmeter : Current
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BHygrometer : Pressure
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CSpeedometer : Speed
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DSeismograph : Earthquakes
Answer
Correct Answer: Hygrometer : Pressure
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This set checks factual knowledge of common instruments and their measured quantities. Three pairs are correct; one is wrong.
Given Data / Assumptions (corrected where needed):
- Ammeter → measures electric current.
- Speedometer → measures speed (updated from “Odometer : Speed”; odometer measures distance).
- Seismograph → records seismic waves/earthquake activity.
- Hygrometer → measures humidity, not pressure.
Concept / Approach:Validate each mapping against standard definitions; the sole incorrect pair is the answer.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Confirm A, C, D as correct.2) Identify B as incorrect (pressure is measured by barometer/manometer).3) Therefore B is the odd pair.Verification / Alternative check:Cross-compare: humidity↔hygrometer, pressure↔barometer, distance↔odometer, speed↔speedometer.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They are correct instrument→quantity matches.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing odometer and speedometer; we have normalized to keep a single incorrect item.
Final Answer:Hygrometer : Pressure