Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.

Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.

Verbal Reasoning: Analogy and Its Concept (By Dr. R.S. Aggarwal)

 What is Analogy in Verbal Reasoning?

• Analogy means similarity or comparison. In verbal reasoning, analogy questions assess your ability to identify a relationship between pairs of words or concepts.
• The idea is to find a similar relationship between a given pair of words and apply it to another pair.

 Types of Analogy:

1. Word Analogy: Finding the relationship between two words.
   Example: Dog : Bark :: Cat : Meow

   • Relationship: Sound produced.

2. Number Analogy: Identifying a numerical relationship.
   Example: 2 : 4 :: 3 : 6

   • Relationship: Multiplication by 2.

3. Alphabet Analogy: Based on alphabetical sequences or positions.
   Example: A : Z :: B : Y

   • Relationship: Opposite positions in the alphabet.

4. Object and Function: The relationship between an object and its function.
   Example: Knife : Cut :: Pen : Write

   • Function-based relationship.

5. Person and Profession: The relationship between a person and their profession.
   Example: Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : School

   • Place of work.

6. Part and Whole: Identifying the part-whole relationship.
   Example: Finger : Hand :: Leaf : Tree

   • A part of a whole.

 Structure of Analogy Questions:

1. Single Pair Analogy: One pair is given, and you have to find the related pair.
   Example: Sun : Day :: Moon : ?
   Answer: Night

2. Double Pair Analogy: Two pairs are given, and the relationship must be maintained.
   Example: Bird : Fly :: Fish : ?
   Answer: Swim

 How to Approach Analogy Questions:

1. Analyze the Relationship: Understand the connection between the given pair.
2. Check All Options: If options are given, compare each carefully.
3. Use Elimination: Eliminate irrelevant options that don’t fit the relationship.
4. Think Logically: Avoid assumptions and focus on factual relationships.

Example Questions for Practice:

Q1: Car : Fuel :: Man : ?
Answer: Food (Fuel powers a car, food powers a man.)

Q2: Mother : Woman :: Father : ?
Answer: Man (A mother is a woman, and a father is a man.)

Q3: Pen : Write :: Knife : ?
Answer: Cut (Pen is used for writing, a knife is used for cutting.)

Q4: 2 : 8 :: 3 : ?
Answer: 27 (2³ = 8, and 3³ = 27)

 Tips for Solving Analogy Questions:

• Identify Relationships: Whether it’s based on function, category, or characteristics.
• Focus on Grammar: For word-based analogies, consider nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
• Strengthen Vocabulary: A good vocabulary helps in understanding meaning-based analogies.
• Practice Regularly: Refer to Dr. R.S. Aggarwal’s “Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning” for ample practice.

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Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.

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