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351
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Car : Garage :: Aeroplane : ?
A
port
B
Depot
C
Hangar
D
Harbour

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the place where a vehicle is parked or stored.
$A$ car is parked in a garage.
Similarly,an aeroplane is parked or housed in a hangar.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
352
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Race : Fatigue : : Fast : ?
A
Food
B
Appetite
C
Hunger
D
Weakness

Solution

(C) The relationship is that the first term causes the second term.
Running a race leads to fatigue.
Similarly,fasting leads to hunger.
353
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Candle : Wax : : Paper : ?
A
Wood
B
Tree
C
Bamboo
D
Pulp

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the material used to manufacture the object.
$A$ candle is made from wax.
Similarly,paper is made from wood pulp.
Among the given options,'Wood' is the primary raw material source from which paper is manufactured.
354
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Acting : Theatre :: Gambling : ?$
A
Casino
B
Club
C
Bar
D
Gymn

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the place where an activity is performed.
Acting is performed in a $Theatre$.
Similarly,gambling is performed in a $Casino$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Casino$.
355
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Venerate : Worship :: Extol : ?$
A
Glorify
B
Homage
C
Compliment
D
Recommend

Solution

(A) The relationship between the words in the given pair is that they are synonyms.
$Venerate$ means to regard with great respect or to worship.
Similarly,$Extol$ means to praise enthusiastically.
Among the given options,$Glorify$ is the closest synonym to $Extol$ as it means to praise or honor highly.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
356
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Water : Convection :: Space : ?$
A
Conduction
B
Transference
C
Vacuum
D
Radiation

Solution

(D) The relation is based on the mode of heat transfer.
Convection is the primary mode of heat transfer in fluids like water.
Similarly,radiation is the primary mode of heat transfer in space,as it does not require a material medium to travel.
357
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Growth : Death :: Increase : ?$
A
Ease
B
Decrease
C
Tease
D
Cease

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on antonyms or the concept of termination. $Growth$ is the opposite of $Death$ (or $Death$ marks the end of $Growth$). Similarly,$Decrease$ is the direct antonym of $Increase$. Therefore,the correct alternative is $Decrease$.
358
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Oxygen : Burn : : Carbon dioxide : ?
A
Isolate
B
Foam
C
Extinguish
D
Explode

Solution

(C) Oxygen is a gas that supports combustion (burning). Conversely,carbon dioxide is commonly used in fire extinguishers because it does not support combustion and helps to extinguish fire.
359
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Dog : Bark : : Goat : ?
A
Bleat
B
Howl
C
Grunt
D
Bray

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the sound produced by the animal. $A$ dog produces the sound 'bark'. Similarly,a goat produces the sound 'bleat'. Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
360
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Grain : Stock :: Stick : ?
A
Heap
B
Bundle
C
Collection
D
String

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on collective nouns. $A$ 'Stock' is a collective noun for 'Grain'. Similarly,a 'Bundle' is a collective noun for 'Stick'. Therefore,the correct alternative is 'Bundle'.
361
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Nurture : Neglect :: Denigrate : ?$
A
Reveal
B
Extol
C
Recognise
D
Calumniate

Solution

(B) The relationship between the words in the given pair is that they are antonyms.
$Nurture$ means to care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something,while $Neglect$ means to fail to care for properly.
Similarly,$Denigrate$ means to criticize unfairly or disparage.
The antonym of $Denigrate$ is $Extol$,which means to praise enthusiastically.
362
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Planet : Orbit : : Projectile : ?
A
Trajectory
B
Track
C
Milky Way
D
Path

Solution

(A) The relationship is defined as: The first term is an object,and the second term is the specific path it follows.
$1$. $A$ planet moves in a fixed path called an orbit.
$2$. Similarly,a projectile moves in a specific curved path called a trajectory.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Trajectory.
363
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Genuine : Authentic : : Mirage : ?
A
Image
B
Transpiration
C
Reflection
D
Illusion

Solution

(D) The relationship between the words in the first pair,'Genuine' and 'Authentic',is that they are synonyms (words with the same meaning). Similarly,the word 'Mirage' is synonymous with 'Illusion'. Therefore,'Illusion' is the correct alternative.
364
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Cobbler : Leather :: Carpenter : ?$
A
Furniture
B
Wood
C
Hammer
D
Chair

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the profession and the primary raw material they work with.
$A$ $Cobbler$ uses $Leather$ as a raw material to make shoes.
Similarly,a $Carpenter$ uses $Wood$ as a raw material to make various items.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Wood$.
365
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Rupee : India :: Yen : ?$
A
Turkey
B
Bangladesh
C
Pakistan
D
Japan

Solution

(D) The relation given is based on the currency and its respective country.
$Rupee$ is the currency of $India$.
Similarly,$Yen$ is the currency of $Japan$.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
366
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Oceans : Deserts :: Waves : ?$
A
Sea
B
Dust
C
Sand dunes
D
Ripples

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the characteristic features found in each environment.
In an ocean,the movement of water creates waves.
Similarly,in a desert,the movement of sand creates sand dunes.
Therefore,the correct analogy is $Oceans : Deserts :: Waves : \text{Sand dunes}$.
367
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Pork : Pig :: Beef : ?$
A
Farmer
B
Herd
C
Cow
D
Lamb

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the source of the meat. $Pork$ is the meat obtained from a $Pig$. Similarly,$Beef$ is the meat obtained from a $Cow$.
368
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Illiteracy : Education :: Flood : ?$
A
Rain
B
Bridge
C
Dam
D
River

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the concept that the second term provides a solution or a way to control the first term.
$1$. $Education$ is the remedy or solution to remove $Illiteracy$.
$2$. Similarly,a $Dam$ is constructed to control or prevent a $Flood$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Dam$.
369
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Dungeon : Confinement :: Asylum : ?$
A
Refuge
B
Mercy
C
Truancy
D
Remorse

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the primary purpose or function of the place.
$A$ $Dungeon$ is a place used for the $Confinement$ of prisoners.
Similarly,an $Asylum$ is a place used to provide $Refuge$ or shelter to those in need.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
370
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Appraiser : Building :: Critic : ?
A
Book
B
Masterpiece
C
Judge
D
Gold

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the function of the person. An $Appraiser$ evaluates or assesses the value of a $Building$. Similarly,a $Critic$ evaluates or assesses the quality of a $Book$.
371
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Cub : Lion :: Colt : ?$
A
Doe
B
Stag
C
Leopard
D
Stallion

Solution

(D) The relationship given is based on the young one of an animal.
$Cub$ is the young one of a $Lion$.
Similarly,$Colt$ is the young one of a $Stallion$ (a male horse).
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Stallion$.
372
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Drill : Bore :: Sieve : ?$
A
Thresh
B
Sift
C
Pry
D
Rinse

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the function performed by the object. $A$ $Drill$ is used to $Bore$ a hole. Similarly,a $Sieve$ is used to $Sift$ materials.
373
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Fruit : Banana :: Mammal : ?$
A
Cow
B
Snake
C
Fish
D
Sparrow

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on classification.
$Banana$ is a type of $Fruit$.
Similarly,a $Cow$ is a type of $Mammal$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Cow$.
374
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Tile : Mosaic : : Knot : ?
A
Embroidery
B
Abacus
C
Macrame
D
Easle

Solution

(C) mosaic is an art form created by arranging small pieces of colored glass,stone,or other materials called tiles.
Similarly,macrame is a form of textile produced using knotting techniques rather than weaving or knitting.
Therefore,just as tiles are the fundamental components of a mosaic,knots are the fundamental components of macrame.
375
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Import : Export :: Expenditure : ?$
A
Deficit
B
Revenue
C
Debt
D
Tax

Solution

(B) The relationship between the given words is that they are antonyms (opposites).
$Import$ is the opposite of $Export$.
Similarly,the opposite of $Expenditure$ is $Revenue$.
376
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Hill : Mountain :: Stream : ?$
A
River
B
Canal
C
Glacier
D
Avalanche

Solution

(A) The relationship given is based on size or scale,where the second term is a larger version of the first term.
$A$ $Hill$ is a small elevation of land,while a $Mountain$ is a much larger elevation.
Similarly,a $Stream$ is a small,narrow flow of water,and a $River$ is a much larger and wider flow of water.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $River$.
377
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Country : President : : State : ?
A
Governor
B
Minister
C
Chief Minister
D
Citizen

Solution

(A) In the given analogy,the relationship is based on the constitutional head of the administrative unit.
$1$. The $President$ is the nominal head of the $Country$.
$2$. Similarly,the $Governor$ is the nominal head of the $State$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Governor$.
378
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Bread : Yeast : : Curd : ?
A
Fungi
B
Bacteria
C
Germs
D
Virus

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the production process: Bread is produced by the fermentation action of Yeast. Similarly,Curd is produced by the action of Bacteria (specifically Lactobacillus).
379
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Court : Justice :: School : ?
A
Teacher
B
Student
C
Ignorance
D
Education

Solution

(D) The relation is based on the purpose of the place. $A$ Court is a place where Justice is delivered or imparted. Similarly,a School is a place where Education is imparted.
380
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Quartz : Radio : : Gypsum : ?
A
Glass
B
Porcelain
C
Cement
D
Powder

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the utility of the material. Quartz crystals are used in the manufacturing of radio frequency oscillators. Similarly,Gypsum is a primary raw material used in the manufacturing of cement.
381
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Chromite : Chromium :: Ilmenite : ?
A
Limestone
B
Cobalt
C
Manganese
D
Titanium

Solution

(D) Chromite is an ore/mineral of chromium $(FeCr_2O_4)$.
Similarly,Ilmenite is an ore/mineral of titanium $(FeTiO_3)$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Titanium.
382
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Command : Order :: Confusion : ?
A
Discipline
B
Clarity
C
Chaos
D
Problem

Solution

(C) The relationship between the words in the first pair is that they are synonyms. $A$ 'Command' is an 'Order'. Similarly,the synonym for 'Confusion' is 'Chaos'.
383
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Ruby : Red : : Sapphire : ?
A
Blue
B
White
C
Green
D
Silver

Solution

(A) Ruby is a gemstone known for its characteristic red color.
Similarly,sapphire is a gemstone known for its characteristic blue color.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Blue.
384
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
House : Garbage :: Ore : ?
A
Rubbish
B
Gangue
C
Sand
D
Dregs

Solution

(B) The waste material found in a house is called garbage.
Similarly,the unwanted earthy impurities present in an ore are called gangue.
385
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Hong Kong : China :: Vatican : ?$
A
Rome
B
Mexico
C
Canada
D
Christianity

Solution

(A) The relationship given is based on the location of a city within a country or a specific territory.
$Hong Kong$ is a Special Administrative Region of $China$.
Similarly,$Vatican City$ is an independent city-state located entirely within $Rome$,$Italy$.
386
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Steel : Rails : : Alnico : ?
A
Aircraft
B
Machinery
C
Silver ware
D
Magnets

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the material and its primary application. Steel is commonly used to manufacture rails. Similarly,Alnico (an alloy of aluminum,nickel,and cobalt) is primarily used to manufacture permanent magnets.
387
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Poodle : Dog :: Moose : ?$
A
Duck
B
Donkey
C
Fowl
D
Deer

Solution

(D) The relationship given is based on classification: a $Poodle$ is a specific breed of $Dog$.
Similarly,a $Moose$ is a large species belonging to the $Deer$ family $(Cervidae)$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Deer$.
388
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Push : Pull : : Throw : ?
A
Jump
B
Collect
C
Pick
D
Game

Solution

(C) The relationship between the words in the first pair is that they are antonyms (opposites).
Push is the opposite of Pull.
Similarly,the opposite of Throw is Pick (or Catch,but among the given options,Pick is the most appropriate antonym representing the action of retrieving what was thrown).
389
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Naphthalene : Coal \text{ } tar :: Dyes : ?$
A
Petroleum
B
Oils
C
Chemicals
D
Carbon

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the source of origin.
$Naphthalene$ is obtained from $Coal \text{ } tar$.
Similarly,$Dyes$ are obtained from $Chemicals$ (specifically synthetic organic compounds derived from coal tar or petroleum).
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Chemicals$.
390
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Darwin : Evolution : : Archimedes : ?
A
Friction
B
Lubrication
C
Buoyancy
D
Liquids

Solution

(C) Darwin proposed the theory of evolution.
Similarly,Archimedes proposed the principle of buoyancy.
391
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Hot : Oven : : Cold : ?
A
Ice cream
B
Air conditioner
C
Snow
D
Refrigerator

Solution

(D) An oven is an appliance used to keep food items hot.
Similarly,a refrigerator is an appliance used to keep food items cold.
Therefore,the correct relation is $Hot : Oven :: Cold : Refrigerator$.
392
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Conference : Chairman : : Newspaper : ?
A
Reporter
B
Distributor
C
Printer
D
Editor

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the head or the highest authority of an organization or entity.
$A$ $Chairman$ is the head or the highest authority who presides over a $Conference$.
Similarly,an $Editor$ is the head or the highest authority who oversees the operations and content of a $Newspaper$.
393
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Drama : Stage : : Tennis : ?
A
Tournament
B
Net
C
Court
D
Racket

Solution

(C) drama is performed on a stage.
Similarly,tennis is played on a court.
394
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Tree : Forest :: Grass : ?
A
Lawn
B
Field
C
Garden
D
Farm

Solution

(A) forest is a large area covered with trees. Similarly,a lawn is a large area covered with grass. Therefore,the relation follows the pattern of a collection of items and the area they cover.
395
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Giant : Dwarf :: Genius : ?$
A
Wicked
B
Gentle
C
Idiot
D
Tiny

Solution

(C) The given relation is based on antonyms (opposites).
$Giant$ is the opposite of $Dwarf$.
Similarly,the opposite of $Genius$ is $Idiot$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
396
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Bank : River :: Coast : ?
A
Flood
B
Waves
C
Sea
D
Beach

Solution

(C) $Bank$ is the land area immediately adjacent to a $River$.
Similarly,a $Coast$ is the land area immediately adjacent to a $Sea$.
397
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Flower : Butterfly :: Dirt : ?
A
Rats
B
Fly
C
Bugs
D
Sweeper

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on attraction. $A$ butterfly is attracted to a flower. Similarly,a fly is attracted to dirt.
398
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Malaria$ : $Disease$ : : $Spear$ : ?
A
Wound
B
Sword
C
Weapon
D
Death

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on classification. $Malaria$ is a type of $Disease$. Similarly,a $Spear$ is a type of $Weapon$.
399
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Matricide : Mother :: Homicide : ?
A
Human
B
Children
C
Father
D
Apes

Solution

(A) The relation is based on the suffix '-cide',which means 'the act of killing'.
Matricide is the act of killing one's mother.
Similarly,Homicide is the act of killing a human being.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Human.
400
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Food : Stomach :: Fuel : ?
A
plane
B
Truck
C
Engine
D
Automobile

Solution

(C) Food is processed by the stomach to provide energy for the functioning of the body.
Similarly,fuel is processed by the engine to provide energy for the functioning of an automobile.

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