Question 1

Analogy — choose the pair that continues the “polygon with n sides to polygon with n+1 sides” pattern as in Rectangle : Pentagon.

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Introduction / Context: “Rectangle : Pentagon” moves from a four-sided polygon to a five-sided polygon (n to n+1). The question asks for another pair that mirrors this numeric progression within the polygon family. Given Data / Assumptions: Rectangle has 4 sides; pentagon has 5 sides. We need a pair that moves from a polygon with n sides to the next with n+1. Only polygon-to-polygon comparisons are relevant. Concept / Approach: Check which option represents a move from 3 to 4, or in general from a lower-sided polygon to the next one. “Triangle : Rectangle” shifts from 3 sides to 4 sides, matching the pattern and the direction (simpler to more complex polygon). Step-by-Step Solution: Count sides: Triangle = 3, Rectangle = 4.Compare with stem: Rectangle = 4, Pentagon = 5.Both pairs show +1 in side count within polygons. Verification / Alternative check: Try other options: if they are not both polygons or do not involve n to n+1, they fail the mirrored structure. “Triangle : Rectangle” is the only clean match. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Side : Angle — not polygons; unrelated attributes. Diagonal : Perimeter — polygon properties, not distinct polygons. Circle : Square — circle is not a polygon; relation is categorical mismatch. Common Pitfalls: Confusing polygon attributes with polygon types, or picking pairs that do not reflect a consistent incremental step within the same category. Final Answer: Triangle : Rectangle

Question 2

Analogy — identify the instrument-to-measurement relation parallel to Thermometer : Temperature.

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Introduction / Context: The pair “Thermometer : Temperature” represents an instrument and the physical quantity it measures. We must choose another pair where the first term is an instrument and the second is its measurement output or quantity. Given Data / Assumptions: Thermometer measures temperature. Seek: instrument → what it measures. Medical and scientific instruments are valid domains. Concept / Approach: Evaluate each option by asking: is the first term a recognized instrument, and is the second the parameter it records? “Cardiograph” (e.g., ECG) records cardiac activity such as heart rate or electrical patterns, satisfying the same instrument-to-measurement relation. Step-by-Step Solution: Confirm instrument: Cardiograph is a measuring device.Confirm measurement: It measures heart parameters including rate.Mapping aligns with the stem’s structure. Verification / Alternative check: Substitute in a sentence: “A cardiograph measures heart rate,” analogous to “A thermometer measures temperature.” The parallel is exact. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Millimeter : Scale — unit and tool reversed and mismatched. Length : Breadth — two dimensions, not instrument-to-quantity. Solar Energy : Sun — source and product, not measurement. Common Pitfalls: Choosing related science words without preserving the instrument→quantity direction. Focus on function, not mere association. Final Answer: Cardiograph : Heart rate

Question 3

Analogy — choose the pair that mirrors “enclosing boundary to enclosed entity” as in Border : Country.

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Introduction / Context: “Border : Country” expresses a boundary that encloses or outlines an entity. We need a pair in which the first term is an enclosing structure and the second term is the enclosed object, maintaining the same direction (boundary → enclosed). Given Data / Assumptions: A border bounds a country. Look for a structural enclosure around an object or image. Everyday artifacts are acceptable analogues. Concept / Approach: A frame encloses or outlines a picture just as a border delineates a country. The relationship is spatial and structural, not merely associative. Step-by-Step Solution: Identify the role of “border” — an enclosing boundary.Match with “frame,” which likewise encloses and edges a “picture.”Confirm the order boundary → enclosed object. Verification / Alternative check: Replace with definitions: “Enclosing boundary : enclosed visual.” The mapping for frame and picture is faithful to the border-country relation. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Pen : Cap — cap encloses pen, but order is reversed (object : enclosure). Book : Cover — typically the cover encloses the book’s pages; order again reversed. Handle : Shade — no enclosing relation; mismatched objects. Common Pitfalls: Ignoring the direction or accepting loose associations. Ensure the first item is the boundary/enclosure and the second is the enclosed object. Final Answer: Frame : Picture

Question 4

Analogy — identify the “flows/feeds into” relation similar to River : Ocean.

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Introduction / Context: “River : Ocean” captures a directional, physical relationship: rivers typically flow into oceans. We seek a pair where the first entity consistently feeds into or connects into the second in a similar hierarchical or networked way. Given Data / Assumptions: Rivers discharge into oceans or seas. We want a transportation or pathway analogy with a smaller way feeding into a larger way. Order matters: smaller → larger. Concept / Approach: Within road networks, a lane (narrow minor way) commonly leads into a road (broader, major way). This mirrors the hydrological network from tributaries to main bodies of water. Step-by-Step Solution: Identify directionality: first into second.Check candidates: Lane → Road satisfies smaller path to larger path.Other options do not consistently reflect a “flows into” or “feeds into” network relation. Verification / Alternative check: Consider map topology: lanes typically connect to roads, just as rivers connect to oceans. Direction is preserved in practical layouts. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Child : School — attendance, not a structural flow or network feed. Book : Library — storage relationship, not pathway connection. Cloth : Body — covering, not feeding into a larger system. Common Pitfalls: Confusing general association with directional network relations. Ensure a smaller pathway connects into a larger one, paralleling river systems. Final Answer: Lane : Road

Question 5

Analogy — choose the part-to-whole relation that matches Arc : Circle.

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Introduction / Context: “Arc : Circle” shows a strict part–whole geometric relation: an arc is a portion of a circle. We must select a pair that preserves this geometric subset relation with the same order (part → whole). Given Data / Assumptions: An arc is part of a circle. We need a smaller geometric entity that is part of a larger one. Order must remain part first, whole second. Concept / Approach: A segment is part of a line (a line segment). This is the closest parallel in elementary geometry: both pairs describe a portion of a fundamental geometric object. Step-by-Step Solution: Identify the category: geometric part of geometric whole.Match “segment : line” as “part : whole.”Reject pairs that reverse the order or do not reflect geometric subset relations. Verification / Alternative check: Define terms: a line segment is any finite part of a line; an arc is any connected part of a circle. The structural analogy matches perfectly. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Number : Count — abstract relation, not part–whole geometry. Fraction : Percentage — equivalent representations, not part–whole. Pie : Slice — reversed (whole : part), not part first. Common Pitfalls: Choosing conceptually related terms but missing the explicit part-first order. Always align both the relation and its direction with the stem pair. Final Answer: Segment : Line

Question 6

Classification — Apple, Grape, Orange: choose the correct collective category.

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Introduction / Context: This is a basic classification item. You are given examples (Apple, Grape, Orange) and must select the most accurate category that encompasses all of them. Such questions test general knowledge and the ability to group items by essential characteristics. Given Data / Assumptions: Apple, grape, and orange are all edible plant products. We assume common culinary/botanical categories used in everyday language. We seek one correct, inclusive label. Concept / Approach: All three listed items are commonly recognized as fruits. While botanical definitions can be nuanced, in general-knowledge contexts these are unambiguously categorized as fruits due to being fleshy seed-bearing structures consumed as food. Step-by-Step Solution: Check each item: Apple → fruit; Grape → fruit; Orange → fruit.Confirm the category that includes all three: Fruits.Ensure no alternative option offers a more precise or equally correct umbrella term. Verification / Alternative check: Cross-check culinary and market classifications: all are sold in the “fruits” section and used as fruits in diets worldwide. Consistency is complete. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Vegetable — not the common category for these items. Stems — plant part category mismatched; these are not stems. Oats — a cereal grain; not related to the three items given. Common Pitfalls: Overcomplicating with botanical exceptions or confusing culinary usage. Stick to the widely accepted category intended in aptitude tests. Final Answer: Fruits

Question 7

Set membership — Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Jaipur: select the option that belongs to the same category (Indian state capitals).

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Introduction / Context: This classification question gives four exemplars—Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Jaipur—and asks you to choose another item that fits the same underlying category. Recognizing the common attribute among the given items is key to selecting the correct answer. Given Data / Assumptions: Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Patna (Bihar), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Jaipur (Rajasthan) are all Indian state capitals. We must pick an option that is also a current state capital in India. Assume standard, widely known capitals. Concept / Approach: Identify the shared property: each listed city is a state capital. Then scan the options for a city that is likewise a state capital. Do not be misled by famous cities that are not capitals of their states. Step-by-Step Solution: Check options:Shimla — capital of Himachal Pradesh.Mysore — not the capital of Karnataka (Bengaluru is).Pune — not the capital of Maharashtra (Mumbai is).Indore — not the capital of Madhya Pradesh (Bhopal is). Verification / Alternative check: Match each to its state. Only Shimla satisfies the “state capital” criterion, preserving the category of the stem list. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Mysore — major city but not a state capital now. Pune — large metropolis; Maharashtra’s capital is Mumbai. Indore — largest city of Madhya Pradesh, but the capital is Bhopal. Common Pitfalls: Equating fame or size with capital status. Always recall the official administrative capitals rather than assuming by popularity or economic importance. Final Answer: Shimla

Question 8

Verbal association – choose the item most closely associated with all three actions: Lock, Shut, and Fasten

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Introduction / Context: This verbal association question asks you to pick the single object most commonly and directly associated with the actions listed: lock, shut, and fasten. Such questions test everyday reasoning, vocabulary, and the ability to spot the strongest, most conventional link among options. Given Data / Assumptions: Action words: lock, shut, fasten. Options: Window, Door, Iron, Block. Select the object that people most typically lock, shut, and fasten in routine contexts. Concept / Approach: Map each action to the object that naturally accepts all three actions in common usage. While more than one option may work with one or two verbs, the correct answer should fit all three in the most standard, idiomatic way. Step-by-Step Solution: Identify items commonly locked: doors are routinely locked for security.Identify items commonly shut: both doors and windows are shut, but doors are the ubiquitous example.Identify items commonly fastened: door chains, bolts, and latches are fastened to secure a door.Evaluate which option best satisfies all three actions simultaneously: Door fits lock + shut + fasten most strongly. Verification / Alternative check: Consider home security instructions: “Shut and lock the door, fasten the bolt or chain.” This collocation is extremely common, confirming that “Door” is the most natural match. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Window: You can shut and even lock a window, but “fasten” is less idiomatic compared to a door’s bolt/chain context. Iron: An appliance you do not lock or fasten; you may switch it off, not shut or lock. Block: A generic item; you do not ordinarily lock or fasten a “block.” Common Pitfalls: Assuming multiple objects work because individual verbs fit; the task is to find the single best, everyday fit for all three verbs taken together. Final Answer: Door

Question 9

Verbal classification – identify the best umbrella category for Wheat, Barley, and Rice

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Introduction / Context: This is a verbal classification item. You must categorize Wheat, Barley, and Rice under the most accurate and inclusive label from the choices provided. Such questions evaluate general knowledge and categorical precision. Given Data / Assumptions: Items: Wheat, Barley, Rice. Options: Food, Agriculture, Farm, Gram. Choose the broadest correct category that naturally includes all three examples. Concept / Approach: Wheat, Barley, and Rice are staple cereal grains. They are agricultural products and ultimately edible. Among the options, select the term that directly captures what they are to people in everyday use. Step-by-Step Solution: All three are edible crops consumed worldwide: they are food staples.Check each option for fit and specificity relative to the group.“Food” directly describes their primary role for humans: nourishment.Therefore, the best umbrella category is Food. Verification / Alternative check: A quick cross-check: grocery and nutrition contexts list these items as staple foods; dietary guidelines and cuisine references confirm this categorization. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Agriculture: A process/sector producing them, not the category of the items themselves. Farm: A place where crops may be grown; not a category for the items. Gram: A different pulse; does not include wheat, barley, and rice. Common Pitfalls: Confusing production domains (agriculture, farm) with item categories (food items). Choose the label that describes the items themselves. Final Answer: Food

Question 10

Verbal grouping – select the broader discipline uniting Pathology, Cardiology, Radiology, and Ophthalmology

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Introduction / Context: The terms Pathology, Cardiology, Radiology, and Ophthalmology are specialized fields related to human health. The task is to identify the broadest appropriate discipline from the given choices that encompasses these specialties. Given Data / Assumptions: Specialties listed: Pathology (study of disease), Cardiology (heart), Radiology (imaging), Ophthalmology (eye). Options: Biology, Hematology, Zoology, Geology. We select the most inclusive discipline from those presented. Concept / Approach: While these specialties fall squarely within Medicine, that term is not offered. Of the choices, Biology is the overarching life science from which medical disciplines derive; the others are either narrower or unrelated. Step-by-Step Solution: Recognize each term is a medical specialty focusing on human biology.Among offered options, Biology is the broad life-science domain most appropriate here.Hematology is only about blood; Zoology is animal biology at large; Geology studies Earth, not life.Thus, Biology is the best available umbrella label. Verification / Alternative check: If “Medicine” were available it would be preferred; lacking that, Biology reasonably encompasses the study of living systems relevant to these specialties. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Hematology: Too narrow; one organ system only. Zoology: Animal biology; does not denote clinical specialties. Geology: Earth science; unrelated to human health fields. Common Pitfalls: Looking for a perfect label not present among options. Choose the closest accurate umbrella from the given list. Final Answer: Biology

Question 11

Verbal classification – pick the category that best describes Mars, Earth, and Jupiter

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Introduction / Context: Mars, Earth, and Jupiter are celestial bodies. The task is to select the most precise category from the choices. This tests basic astronomy knowledge and categorical accuracy. Given Data / Assumptions: Mars, Earth, and Jupiter are named. Options: Planets, Cosmos, Orbits, Astronauts. Choose the specific label that these three share. Concept / Approach: Identify what these bodies are in the solar system taxonomy and match to the tightest-fitting option rather than a vague or related term. Step-by-Step Solution: Mars: planet; Earth: planet; Jupiter: planet.“Cosmos” is too broad (the entire universe).“Orbits” are paths, not objects.“Astronauts” are people, not celestial bodies.Therefore the best category is Planets. Verification / Alternative check: Any elementary astronomy source classifies all three as planets in our solar system, confirming the choice. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Cosmos: Overly general; includes everything, not a classification. Orbits: Describes motion paths, not the bodies. Astronauts: Human spacefarers; unrelated category. Common Pitfalls: Choosing broad or tangential terms. Always favor the specific, correct noun class shared by all items. Final Answer: Planets

Question 12

Analogy – select the organ that belongs with Lungs, Liver, and Kidney

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Introduction / Context: Lungs, Liver, and Kidney are internal vital organs. You must choose the option that best belongs to the same anatomical category. This checks basic human biology knowledge and categorization skills. Given Data / Assumptions: Target group: vital internal organs (lungs, liver, kidney). Options: Neck, Testis, Heart, Nose. Choose the organ that consistently matches the group context. Concept / Approach: Identify which option is likewise a major internal organ responsible for critical body function, aligning with the listed items. Step-by-Step Solution: Lungs: vital respiratory organ.Liver and Kidney: vital organs for metabolism and excretion.Among options, Heart is a vital internal organ essential for circulation.Therefore, Heart belongs with the group. Verification / Alternative check: Vital signs and life support emphasize heart, lungs, liver, kidneys—all crucial for survival—supporting the choice. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Neck: Body region, not an organ. Testis: Reproductive organ, not typically grouped with the listed vital internal organs in this context. Nose: External structure; not analogous to the internal vital organs listed. Common Pitfalls: Matching on any “body part” rather than the specific subset of “vital internal organs.” Final Answer: Heart

Question 13

Verbal association – identify the related item for Basic, Pascal, and Fortran (all programming languages)

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Introduction / Context: Basic, Pascal, and Fortran are classic high-level programming languages. The question asks for the option that belongs with them by the same relationship—i.e., another programming language. Given Data / Assumptions: Known items: Basic, Pascal, Fortran (programming languages). Options: Cobol, Bhopal, Calculator, Cyclotron. Find the item that is also a programming language. Concept / Approach: Recognize category membership. Eliminate items that are places or devices rather than languages. Select the option that is a well-known language from computing history. Step-by-Step Solution: Cobol is a programming language (Common Business-Oriented Language).Bhopal is a city; Calculator is a device; Cyclotron is a particle accelerator.Therefore, Cobol is the correct choice. Verification / Alternative check: Historical overviews of computing languages list COBOL alongside FORTRAN, BASIC, and Pascal as early-generation high-level languages. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Bhopal: Geography, not computing. Calculator: Hardware/device, not a language. Cyclotron: Physics apparatus; unrelated to programming languages. Common Pitfalls: Getting distracted by technical-sounding words (Cyclotron) that are not in the same category as programming languages. Final Answer: Cobol

Question 14

Analogy – choose the item that belongs with Root, Stem, and Branch (parts of a plant/tree)

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Introduction / Context: Root, Stem, and Branch are structural parts of a plant or tree. The task is to select the option that also denotes a plant part within the same structural set, not a product or a whole entity. Given Data / Assumptions: Group: parts of a plant/tree (root, stem, branch). Options: Fertilizer, Leaf, Tree, Wood. Pick the item that is likewise a distinct plant part. Concept / Approach: Identify which option is a biological component of a plant’s body. Exclude items that are inputs, materials, or the entire organism. Step-by-Step Solution: Leaf is a primary organ of a plant responsible for photosynthesis.Fertilizer is an agricultural input; Tree is the whole organism; Wood is a material derived from plant tissue.Therefore, the correct analogous part is Leaf. Verification / Alternative check: Basic botany organizes plant organs into roots, stems, leaves (and reproductive structures). Leaf fits precisely with the given set. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Fertilizer: Not a plant part. Tree: The entire plant, not a part. Wood: Material/tissue, not a discrete organ-level part like leaf or root. Common Pitfalls: Choosing “Tree” because it is related; however, the question seeks a part, not the whole. Final Answer: Leaf

Question 15

Category selection – identify the best umbrella term for Volleyball, Hockey, and Football

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Introduction / Context: Volleyball, Hockey, and Football are all competitive activities. The task is to pick the most accurate overarching category name from the options. This tests general knowledge and categorical clarity. Given Data / Assumptions: Items: Volleyball, Hockey, Football. Options: Aquatics, Baseball, Athletes, Sports. Choose the general category that includes all three items. Concept / Approach: Identify what these items fundamentally are and select the broad term that includes them all, rather than a subcategory or a different instance. Step-by-Step Solution: All three are sporting disciplines.“Sports” precisely categorizes them as a group.Aquatics is a subdomain for water-based sports and does not include hockey or football.Baseball is a single sport, not an umbrella category.Athletes are people who play sports, not the sports themselves. Verification / Alternative check: Any sports index or competition listing places these under the general category of sports. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Aquatics: Too narrow; excludes non-water sports like hockey and football. Baseball: A specific sport, not a class. Athletes: Refers to competitors, not the activities. Common Pitfalls: Selecting a related but incorrect level of categorization (participants vs. activities, or a subdomain instead of the general domain). Final Answer: Sports

Question 16

Analogy – choose the item that belongs with Wrestling, Karate, and Boxing (combat sports)

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Introduction / Context: Wrestling, Karate, and Boxing are all combat or martial sports involving direct physical contest between opponents. The task is to select the option that belongs in the same subcategory. Given Data / Assumptions: Given sports: Wrestling (grappling), Karate (striking martial art), Boxing (striking). Options: Pole-vault, Swimming, Judo, Polo. Find the one that is also a combat/martial discipline. Concept / Approach: Identify which option features direct opponent engagement using codified combat techniques as the competitive core. Step-by-Step Solution: Judo is a martial art focused on throws, grappling, and submissions.Pole-vault and Swimming are athletics/aquatics, not combat.Polo is an equestrian team sport, not combat.Therefore, Judo fits the combat sports grouping. Verification / Alternative check: Olympic classifications list Wrestling, Boxing, and Judo under combat sports; Karate is also recognized internationally as a martial art. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Pole-vault: Track and field event. Swimming: Aquatic racing; no combat. Polo: Team sport on horseback; not martial. Common Pitfalls: Grouping based on popularity or equipment rather than the defining feature of direct hand-to-hand or technique-based combat. Final Answer: Judo

Question 17

Verbal classification – pick the best collective term for Newspaper, Hoarding, and Television

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Introduction / Context: Newspaper, hoarding (billboard), and television are all channels used to convey information and advertising to the public. The task is to choose the most accurate collective term among the options. Given Data / Assumptions: Items: Newspaper (print), Hoarding/Billboard (outdoor), Television (broadcast). Options: Press, Media, Rumor, Broadcast. Find the umbrella category that includes all three channels. Concept / Approach: “Media” refers broadly to channels or means of mass communication, encompassing print, outdoor, and broadcast forms. The other terms are either subsets or unrelated concepts. Step-by-Step Solution: Newspaper = print medium; hoarding = outdoor medium; television = broadcast medium.All are subsets of mass media.Therefore, the most accurate collective term is Media. Verification / Alternative check: Marketing and communication disciplines routinely list print, outdoor, and TV under media planning and media mix. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Press: Commonly denotes print news media; does not naturally include outdoor hoardings. Rumor: Informal, person-to-person information spread; not a formal channel. Broadcast: Refers to radio/TV; excludes newspapers and hoardings. Common Pitfalls: Confusing a subset (Press, Broadcast) with the superset (Media). Always choose the broadest accurate umbrella that covers all items. Final Answer: Media

Question 18

Vocabulary – select the single best meaning/category: The words “arid”, “parched”, and “droughty” most nearly refer to what overall condition?

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Introduction / Context: This question checks core vocabulary and semantic grouping. The three adjectives “arid”, “parched”, and “droughty” all point toward a single underlying condition. Your task is to identify the one-word idea that unifies them, a common test of synonyms and verbal reasoning used in many competitive exams. Given Data / Assumptions: Arid describes a region or climate with very little moisture. Parched means extremely dry, often due to heat and absence of water. Droughty refers to conditions marked by drought and scarcity of rainfall. We need a single word capturing the shared meaning. Concept / Approach: The approach is to abstract each word’s definition into its core semantic feature. Arid → lack of moisture; Parched → excessively dry; Droughty → subject to drought (prolonged dryness). The minimal common denominator is “dry.” Choosing a literal, general descriptor instead of a context (like “desert”) avoids over-specifying the setting and keeps the answer purely semantic, not geographic. Step-by-Step Solution: List meanings: arid = very dry; parched = extremely dry; droughty = experiencing drought.Find the common attribute: all signal dryness.Match to options: “Dry” is the exact unifying term. Verification / Alternative check: Why Other Options Are Wrong: Draft: Unrelated; a current of air or preliminary version. Earth: A noun for soil/planet; not a property of moisture. Cow: A domestic animal; irrelevant. Desert: A place that is often dry, but it is a setting, not the core property across all three adjectives. Common Pitfalls: Confusing context (desert) with property (dryness). The test wants the shared semantic core, not an example environment. Final Answer: Dry

Question 19

Association – identify the most appropriate category/domain: Engine, compartment, and wheels are most closely associated with which of the following?

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Introduction / Context: This item tests recognition of functional association. “Engine, compartment, wheels” together cue a particular transportation system. We must choose the domain that naturally fits all three simultaneously. Given Data / Assumptions: Engine: locomotive (rail) or engine (generic) but strongly evokes trains when paired with “compartment.” Compartment: passenger coach section typically in trains. Wheels: present in many vehicles, but in combination with “engine” and “compartment,” it suggests rail stock. Concept / Approach: Look for a unifying transport context. “Engine + compartment” is classic railway vocabulary. Wheels further support rolling stock. The best answer is the infrastructure that such stock runs on: the rail-line. A ship/sea pairing belongs to maritime transport, which does not use compartments in the rail sense nor track-bound wheels. Step-by-Step Solution: Parse each word’s strongest domain cue.Combine cues: engine (locomotive) + compartment (coach section) + wheels (rolling stock) → trains.Select the matching domain: “Rail-line.” Verification / Alternative check: Why Other Options Are Wrong: Motor: Too generic; not a domain. Ship/Sea: Maritime context; no rail compartments or track wheels. Airstrip: Aviation; unrelated to compartments and rail-bound wheels. Common Pitfalls: Over-focusing on an individual word (e.g., “engine”) and ignoring the combined signal of “compartment.” Always synthesize all cues. Final Answer: Rail-line

Question 20

Odd-one/analogy grouping – choose the profession in the same broad category: Carpenter, plumber, and electrician belong to a class of trades. Which option best matches this class?

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Introduction / Context: The question tests occupational classification by skill and mode of work. “Carpenter, plumber, electrician” are hands-on skilled trades working with materials, fixtures, and systems. We must pick another occupation of the same practical, manual craftsmanship family. Given Data / Assumptions: Carpenter: woodwork and construction. Plumber: fluid systems and piping. Electrician: electrical wiring and systems. Candidates include both professional (white-collar) and manual (blue-collar) roles. Concept / Approach: Identify whether the work involves manual craftsmanship using tools and materials on site. A blacksmith works metal using forging and shaping – a traditional craft closely aligned with skilled trades. In contrast, doctor, professor, and lawyer are learned professions requiring formal licensure/academia but not manual tradecraft as the primary mode of work. Step-by-Step Solution: Group the seed set by shared feature: practical skilled trades.Scan options for the same feature: “Blacksmith” fits as a material-working craft expert.Exclude knowledge-intensive, non-trade professions (doctor, professor, lawyer). Verification / Alternative check: Why Other Options Are Wrong: Doctor, Professor, Lawyer: Professional services, not manual crafts. Architect (added as a distractor): Design profession; does not practice hand fabrication as core work. Common Pitfalls: Equating “technical knowledge” with “trade.” The hallmark here is manual craft and on-site fabrication/installation. Final Answer: Blacksmith

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