Choose the odd term: Fruit, Flower, and Leaf are plant parts; Tree is an entire plant. Identify the outlier.
Verbal Reasoning
Classification
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AFruit
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BFlower
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CLeaf
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DTree
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: Tree
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Hierarchy-based grouping distinguishes components from wholes.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Fruit, Flower, Leaf → parts of a plant.
- Tree → a whole plant organism.
Concept / Approach:Identify category level: part vs whole.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Fruit → reproductive/edible structure.Flower → reproductive organ.Leaf → photosynthetic organ.Tree → entire organism.Verification / Alternative check:Ask, “Is this a component or the complete plant?” Only Tree is the complete plant.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They are parts, not wholes.
Common Pitfalls:Overlooking category level and grouping all as “botanical terms.”
Final Answer:Tree is the odd term.