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601
MediumMCQ
Sugar is related to Molasses in the same way as Gasoline is related to:
A
Mine
B
Quarry
C
Drill
D
Petroleum

Solution

(D) The relationship is that the first item is a product derived from the second item.
Sugar is obtained from Molasses (a byproduct of sugar refining).
Similarly,Gasoline is obtained from Petroleum (crude oil) through the process of fractional distillation.
Therefore,Gasoline is related to Petroleum.
602
MediumMCQ
Starvation is related to Nutrition in the same way as Exhaustion is related to ....?
A
Energy
B
Bravery
C
Freshness
D
Courage

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the concept of deficiency. Starvation is the state of lacking nutrition. Similarly,exhaustion is the state of lacking energy.
603
MediumMCQ
Ballworm is related to Cotton in the same way as Ghundibug is related to.......
A
Wheat
B
Rice
C
Millet
D
Tomato

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the pest-crop association. Ballworm is a common pest that damages the Cotton crop. Similarly,Ghundibug (also known as the Rice bug or Leptocorisa oratorius) is a well-known pest that specifically damages the Rice crop.
604
MediumMCQ
Accident is related to Carefulness in the same way as Disease is related to........
A
Sanitation
B
Treatment
C
Medicine
D
Doctor

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the cause of occurrence. An accident occurs due to a lack of carefulness. Similarly,a disease occurs due to a lack of sanitation (hygiene). Therefore,Disease is related to Sanitation.
605
MediumMCQ
Annotate is related to Text in the same way as Caption is related to.......
A
Novel
B
Law
C
Film
D
Photograph

Solution

(D) The relationship is that the first term is a descriptive comment or explanation provided for the second term. An annotation is a note added to a text to explain or comment on it. Similarly,a caption is a title or brief explanation appended to a photograph.
606
MediumMCQ
Physiology is related to Biology in the same way as Metaphysics is related to:
A
Physics
B
Statistics
C
Mathematics
D
Philosophy

Solution

(D) Physiology is a branch of Biology that studies the functions of living organisms.
Similarly,Metaphysics is a branch of Philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality.
607
MediumMCQ
Highbrow is related to Cultivated in the same way as Suave is related to
A
Elegant
B
Urbane
C
Stylish
D
Broad-minded

Solution

(B) The relationship between the words is that they are synonyms. 'Highbrow' means 'Cultivated' or intellectual. Similarly,'Suave' means 'Urbane',which refers to being sophisticated,polished,and socially smooth.
608
MediumMCQ
Affirm is related to Hint in the same way as Charge is related to......
A
Insinuate
B
Reject
C
Convince
D
Deny

Solution

(A) The relationship between 'Affirm' and 'Hint' is that 'Affirm' means to state something directly or strongly,whereas 'Hint' means to suggest something indirectly.
Similarly,'Charge' means to accuse or blame someone directly,while 'Insinuate' means to suggest or hint at something in an indirect or unpleasant way.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
609
MediumMCQ
Author is related to Book in the same way as Choreographer is related to..........?
A
Drama
B
Ballet
C
Masque
D
Opera

Solution

(B) An author is a person who writes or creates a book. Similarly,a choreographer is a person who designs or creates the sequence of movements and steps for a ballet or dance performance. Therefore,the relationship is that the first person creates the second entity.
610
MediumMCQ
Thick is related to Thin in the same way as Idle is related to.........?
A
Virtuous
B
Business
C
Industrious
D
Activity

Solution

(C) The relationship between the given words is that they are antonyms (opposites) of each other.
Thick is the opposite of Thin.
Similarly,the opposite of Idle (lazy or inactive) is Industrious (hard-working or diligent).
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
611
MediumMCQ
Gents is related to Cap in the same way as Ladies is related to..........?
A
Scarf
B
Hat
C
Handkerchief
D
Hairband

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the accessory worn on the head. Just as a $Cap$ is a headgear typically associated with $Gents$,a $Hat$ is a common headgear associated with $Ladies$ in the context of this analogy.
612
MediumMCQ
Lumberjack is related to Axe in the same way as Chef is related to.......
A
Knife
B
Pan
C
Colander
D
Spoon

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the primary tool used by a professional to perform their work.
$A$ Lumberjack uses an $Axe$ as their primary tool.
Similarly,a $Chef$ uses a $Knife$ as their primary tool.
Although $Knife$ is the most appropriate answer,if we must choose from the provided options,$Knife$ is listed as option $A$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
613
MediumMCQ
Bread is related to Wheat in the same way as Brick is related to.......
A
Clay
B
Fire
C
Cement
D
Building

Solution

(A) The relationship is that the second item is the raw material used to produce the first item. Wheat is the raw material used to make bread. Similarly,clay is the raw material used to make bricks.
614
MediumMCQ
Scrupulous is related to Principles in the same way as Ethical is related to......?
A
Morals
B
Virtues
C
Religions
D
Profits

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on adherence to a code of conduct. $A$ person who is $Scrupulous$ is one who strictly follows $Principles$. Similarly,a person who is $Ethical$ is one who strictly follows $Morals$. Therefore,$Ethical$ is related to $Morals$.
615
MediumMCQ
Wince is related to Pain in the same way as Prostration is related to:
A
Discomfiture
B
Frustration
C
Submissiveness
D
Strained

Solution

(C) $Wince$ is a physical reaction or sign of experiencing $Pain$. Similarly,$Prostration$ (the act of lying stretched out on the ground) is a physical sign or expression of $Submissiveness$.
616
MediumMCQ
Coherent is related to Consistent in the same way as Irate is related to........?
A
Unreasonable
B
Unhappy
C
Irritated
D
Angry

Solution

(D) The relationship between the words is based on synonymy.
'Coherent' and 'Consistent' are synonyms,meaning they share the same or similar meaning.
Similarly,'Irate' means feeling or characterized by great anger.
Therefore,'Irate' is a synonym for 'Angry'.
617
MediumMCQ
Book is related to Magazine in the same way as Newspaper is related to
A
Journal
B
News
C
Article
D
Headline

Solution

(B) $Book$ is a collection of information or stories,similar to how a $Magazine$ is a collection of articles. Similarly,a $Newspaper$ is a collection of $News$ reports. Therefore,the relationship is based on the content type or the nature of the publication. $A$ $Newspaper$ is primarily related to $News$.
618
MediumMCQ
Tungsten is related to Filament in the same way as Bronze is related to........
A
Copper
B
Ships
C
Tin
D
Ornaments

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the material used to manufacture an object. Tungsten is the material used to manufacture a filament. Similarly,Bronze is a material commonly used to manufacture ships (specifically propellers or fittings) or ornaments. However,in standard analogy tests of this type,Bronze is most frequently associated with the manufacturing of 'Ornaments' or 'Statues'. Given the options,'Ornaments' is the most appropriate functional category.
619
MediumMCQ
Claymore is related to Sword in the same way as Beretta is related to ..........?
A
Club
B
Axe
C
Knife
D
Gun

Solution

(D) Claymore is a type of sword. Similarly,a Beretta is a type of gun. Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
620
MediumMCQ
Indolence is related to Work in the same way as Taciturn is related to
A
Observe
B
Speak
C
Cheat
D
Act

Solution

(B) The relationship between the words is that they are antonyms. Indolence is the state of avoiding work,while Taciturn refers to someone who is reserved or habitually silent. Therefore,the opposite of Taciturn is someone who speaks frequently or is talkative. Thus,Taciturn is related to Speak.
621
MediumMCQ
Aflatoxin is related to Food Poisoning in the same way as Histamine is related to.........?
A
Allergy
B
Headache
C
Anthrax
D
Contamination

Solution

(A) Aflatoxin is a toxic substance produced by fungi that causes food poisoning. Similarly,Histamine is a chemical compound released by the body during an immune response that causes an allergy. Therefore,the relationship is that the first term is a substance that causes the condition mentioned in the second term.
622
MediumMCQ
Bald is related to Blond in the same way as Barren is related to........?
A
Vegetation
B
Farm
C
Fertile
D
Inhabited

Solution

(C) The relationship between the words in each pair is that they are antonyms (opposites) of each other.
'Bald' (lacking hair) is the opposite of 'Blond' (having light-colored hair).
Similarly,'Barren' (land that is unable to produce vegetation) is the opposite of 'Fertile' (land that is capable of producing abundant vegetation).
623
MediumMCQ
Catalogue is related to Library Books in the same way as Index is related to........?
A
Chapters
B
Books
C
Preface
D
Contents

Solution

(D) catalogue is an organized list used to locate the names of books in a library.
Similarly,an index is an organized list of topics or contents found within a book.
624
MediumMCQ
Tobacco is related to Nerves in the same way as Alcohol is related to.........?
A
Liver
B
Liquor
C
Intoxication
D
Head

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the primary organ or system affected by the consumption of the substance. Tobacco consumption primarily affects the nervous system (Nerves). Similarly,the consumption of alcohol primarily affects the liver,leading to conditions like cirrhosis. Therefore,Alcohol is related to Liver.
625
MediumMCQ
Man is related to Shout in the same way as Crow is related to..........?
A
Caw
B
Chirp
C
Mutter
D
Mob

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the characteristic sound produced by the living being. $A$ man produces a 'shout' as a loud vocal sound,and similarly,a crow produces a 'caw' as its characteristic vocal sound.
626
MediumMCQ
Gill is related to Lamellae in the same way as Lung is related to.......?
A
Ribs
B
Trachea
C
Alveoli
D
Pharynx

Solution

(C) In a gill,the lamellae are the structural units responsible for gas exchange. Similarly,in a lung,the alveoli are the tiny air sacs that serve as the primary sites for gas exchange. Therefore,the second term represents the functional unit for oxygen absorption within the first organ.
627
MediumMCQ
Dwell is related to Denizen in the same way as Inherit is related to.........
A
Acquire
B
Successor
C
Outcast
D
Heir

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the action and the person performing it.
$A$ $Denizen$ is someone who $dwells$ in a particular place.
Similarly,an $Heir$ is someone who $inherits$ property or a title.
628
MediumMCQ
Solicitous is related to Concern in the same way as Verbose is related to........
A
Tiredness
B
Wordiness
C
Speech
D
Deafness

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on synonyms or characteristics.
'Solicitous' means showing interest or 'Concern'.
Similarly,'Verbose' means using or expressed in more words than are needed,which is synonymous with 'Wordiness'.
629
MediumMCQ
Mouse is related to Cat in the same way as Fly is related to.........?
A
Animal
B
Horse
C
Spider
D
Rat

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the predator-prey interaction where the second animal feeds on the first. $A$ cat hunts and eats a mouse,and similarly,a spider hunts and eats a fly.
630
MediumMCQ
Brain is related to Cranium in the same way as Pearl is related to...........?
A
Box
B
Oyster
C
Sand
D
Shore

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on containment: the brain is protected and enclosed within the cranium (skull). Similarly,a pearl is formed,protected,and enclosed within an oyster.
631
MediumMCQ
Swerve is related to Veer in the same way as Rotate is related to........?
A
Deviate
B
Gyrate
C
Sway
D
Fluctuate

Solution

(B) The words in each pair are synonyms. To 'Swerve' means to change direction suddenly,which is the same as to 'Veer'. Similarly,to 'Rotate' means to turn or spin around an axis,which is the same as to 'Gyrate'. Therefore,'Rotate' is related to 'Gyrate'.
632
MediumMCQ
Victory is related to Happiness in the same way as Failure is related to........?
A
Defeat
B
Anger
C
Frustration
D
Sadness

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the emotional outcome of an event. Victory leads to a feeling of happiness. Similarly,Failure leads to a feeling of sadness.
633
MediumMCQ
Snowfall is related to Precipitation in the same way as Grotto is related to.......?
A
Throat
B
Castle
C
Cave
D
Fort

Solution

(C) Snowfall is a type of precipitation. Similarly,a Grotto is a type of cave. Therefore,Grotto is related to Cave.
634
MediumMCQ
Kilogram is related to Quintal in the same way as Paisa is related to.......?
A
Rupee
B
Coin
C
Wealth
D
Money

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on units of measurement. $A$ $100$ kilograms make $1$ quintal,which means the first term is a smaller unit of mass and the second term is a larger unit of mass. Similarly,$100$ paise make $1$ rupee. Therefore,Paisa is related to Rupee.
635
MediumMCQ
Condolence is related to Loss in the same way as Congratulation is related to.........
A
Praise
B
Achievement
C
Accusation
D
Reward

Solution

(B) Condolence is an expression of sympathy given to someone who has experienced a loss. Similarly,Congratulation is an expression of praise or good wishes given to someone who has attained an achievement. Therefore,Congratulation is related to Achievement.
636
MediumMCQ
Horse is related to Hay in the same way as Cow is related to.......
A
Leaves
B
Fodder
C
Milk
D
Straw

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the food consumed by the animal. $A$ horse eats hay,and similarly,a cow eats fodder. Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
637
MediumMCQ
Abduction is related to Kidnapping in the same way as Larceny is related to:
A
Theft
B
Crime
C
Blackmail
D
Sin

Solution

(A) The relationship between the words in each pair is that they are synonyms. Abduction is a synonym for Kidnapping. Similarly,Larceny is a legal term that is a synonym for Theft.
638
MediumMCQ
Street is related to Lane in the same way as Road is related to........
A
Footpath
B
Junction
C
Avenue
D
Highway

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on size or scale,where the second term is a narrower or smaller version of the first term. $A$ $Lane$ is a narrow street,and similarly,a $Highway$ is a major road,but in the context of hierarchy and width,an $Avenue$ is a broad road. However,looking at the analogy of 'narrowness',a $Highway$ is a wider road,whereas a $Lane$ is a narrow street. If we consider the relationship as 'a smaller/narrower version',the most appropriate answer in this analogy context is $Highway$ (as a major road) or $Avenue$. Given standard reasoning patterns,$Highway$ is often used as the counterpart to $Road$ in terms of scale,but since $Lane$ is smaller than $Street$,the analogy implies a specific type of road. The correct answer is $Highway$.
639
MediumMCQ
Concert is related to Theatre in the same way as Banquet is related to......
A
Hotel
B
Party
C
Feast
D
Supper

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the location where an event takes place. $A$ $Concert$ is held in a $Theatre$. Similarly,a $Banquet$ (a formal meal) is held in a $Hotel$.
640
MediumMCQ
Statue is related to Shape in the same way as Song is related to........
A
Beauty
B
Sing
C
Tune
D
Poetry

Solution

(C) statue is defined by its shape,as shape is the fundamental characteristic that gives a statue its identity. Similarly,a song is defined by its tune,as the tune is the fundamental characteristic that gives a song its identity. Therefore,the relationship is based on the defining quality or structure of the object.
641
MediumMCQ
Laugh is related to Joy in the same way as Cry is related to.....
A
Child
B
Sad
C
Punishment
D
Sorrow

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on cause and effect or expression. Laughing is an expression of Joy. Similarly,Crying is an expression of Sorrow. Therefore,Cry is related to Sorrow.
642
MediumMCQ
Gravity is related to Pull in the same way as Magnetism is related to.......
A
Repulsion
B
Separation
C
Attraction
D
Push

Solution

(C) Gravity is a force that acts as a pull on objects towards the center of a mass. Similarly,magnetism is a force that acts as an attraction between magnetic materials.
643
MediumMCQ
Cat is related to Kitten in the same way as Fish is related to:
A
Fry
B
Fawn
C
Fin
D
Foal

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the adult animal and its young one. $A$ 'Kitten' is the young one of a 'Cat'. Similarly,a 'Fry' is the term used for the young one of a 'Fish'.
644
MediumMCQ
Earth is related to Axis in the same way as Wheel is related to......?
A
Tyre
B
Car
C
Road
D
Hub

Solution

(D) The Earth rotates around its $Axis$. Similarly,a wheel rotates around its $Hub$. Therefore,the correct relationship is $Earth : Axis :: Wheel : Hub$.
645
MediumMCQ
Indiscreet is related to Imprudent in the same way as Indisposed is related to:
A
Concerned
B
Crucial
C
Clear
D
Reluctant

Solution

(D) The relationship between the words is one of synonymy.
$1$. $Indiscreet$ and $Imprudent$ are synonyms,both meaning lacking good judgment or being unwise.
$2$. Similarly,$Indisposed$ means feeling slightly unwell or unwilling to do something.
$3$. Among the given options,$Reluctant$ is the closest synonym to $Indisposed$ in the context of being unwilling or disinclined to act.
646
MediumMCQ
Estonia is related to Rouble in the same way as Chile is related to.......?
A
Dinar
B
Peso
C
Peseta
D
Franc

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the currency of the country. The currency of Estonia is the Rouble (historically),and the currency of Chile is the Peso. Therefore,Chile is related to Peso.
647
MediumMCQ
Engineer is related to Machine in the same way as Doctor is related to:
A
Hospital
B
Body
C
Disease
D
Medicine

Solution

(B) An engineer works on or repairs a machine. Similarly,a doctor works on or treats a human body. Therefore,the relationship is based on the object of the professional's work. Thus,the correct option is $B$.
648
MediumMCQ
Neck is related to Tie in the same way as Waist is related to:
A
Watch
B
Belt
C
Ribbon
D
Shirt

Solution

(B) $Tie$ is worn around the neck. Similarly,a $Belt$ is worn around the waist. Therefore,the relationship is based on the article of clothing or accessory worn on a specific part of the body.
649
MediumMCQ
Oriya is related to Orissa in the same way as Dogri is related to
A
Himachal Pradesh
B
Sikkim
C
Jammu and Kashmir
D
Assam

Solution

(C) Oriya is the official language of the state of Orissa (now Odisha). Similarly,Dogri is one of the official languages primarily spoken in the region of Jammu and Kashmir.
650
MediumMCQ
Satyajit Ray is related to Films in the same way as Picasso is related to.......?
A
Literature
B
Drama
C
Poetry
D
Painting

Solution

(D) Satyajit Ray was a legendary filmmaker and director,making him synonymous with the field of films.
Similarly,Pablo Picasso was a world-renowned artist,primarily known for his contributions to the field of painting.

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