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Word formation from letters of GENERALIZATION Which ONE of the following words cannot be formed from “GENERALIZATION”, using each letter at most once?

Verbal Reasoning Logical Deduction Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    NOTE
  • B
    RAITION
  • C
    LIZARD
  • D
    GOAT

Answer

Correct Answer: LIZARD

Explanation

Introduction / Context:We must detect the lone impossible option under letter-availability constraints.

Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Source: GENERALIZATION contains letters including G,E,N,E,R,A,L,I,Z,A,T,I,O,N (Z×1, L×1; no D).

Concept / Approach:Look for any option demanding a letter not present or in excessive quantity.

Step-by-Step Solution:“NOTE”: N,O,T,E ⇒ present.“GOAT”: G,O,A,T ⇒ present.“RAITION” (a misspelt “RATION/RATIONE”?), but letters R,A,I,T,I,O,N are available ⇒ formable.“LIZARD”: L,I,Z,A,R,D ⇒ requires D, which is not available ⇒ cannot be formed.

Verification / Alternative check:Scan GENERALIZATION to confirm the absence of D.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:They are formable given the letters.

Common Pitfalls:Assuming every common consonant (like D) is present; it is not.

Final Answer:LIZARD

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