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Odd-one-out (device/function classification): Choose the word that does not belong to the group. Items to analyze by optical vs. audio devices: Spectacles, Goggles, Binoculars, Microphone Choose the single word that is different from the rest.

Difficulty: Easy

Spectacles
Goggles
Binoculars
Microphone

Correct Answer: Microphone

Explanation:

Given data

Spectacles, Goggles, Binoculars, Microphone

Concept/Approach
Classify by sense aided: vision vs. hearing/sound.

Step-by-step reasoning
Spectacles → optical/vision aid. Goggles → optical/eye protection/vision aid. Binoculars → optical magnification. Microphone → audio device (captures/amplifies sound).

Final Answer
Microphone

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