Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.
Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.
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- 0.1 Verbal Reasoning: Analogy and Its Concept (By Dr. R.S. Aggarwal)
- 0.2 Types of Analogy:
- 0.3 Structure of Analogy Questions:
- 0.4 How to Approach Analogy Questions:
- 0.5 Example Questions for Practice:
- 0.6 Tips for Solving Analogy Questions:
- 0.7 Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.
- 0.8 A Modern Approach To Verbal & Non Verbal Reasoning PDF
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What is Analogy? – Concept
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Definition (from R.S. Aggarwal):
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Types of Analogy (As per R.S. Aggarwal):
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Tips to Solve Analogy Questions:
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Common Relations Used in Analogies:
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Example Questions (with Answers):
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हिंदी में सरल समझ:
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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:
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Word Analogy: Finding the relationship between two words.
Example: Dog : Bark :: Cat : Meow- Relationship: Sound produced.
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Number Analogy: Identifying a numerical relationship.
Example: 2 : 4 :: 3 : 6- Relationship: Multiplication by 2.
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Alphabet Analogy: Based on alphabetical sequences or positions.
Example: A : Z :: B : Y- Relationship: Opposite positions in the alphabet.
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Object and Function: The relationship between an object and its function.
Example: Knife : Cut :: Pen : Write- Function-based relationship.
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Person and Profession: The relationship between a person and their profession.
Example: Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : School- Place of work.
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Part and Whole: Identifying the part-whole relationship.
Example: Finger : Hand :: Leaf : Tree- A part of a whole.
Structure of Analogy Questions:
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Single Pair Analogy: One pair is given, and you have to find the related pair.
Example: Sun : Day :: Moon : ?
Answer: Night -
Double Pair Analogy: Two pairs are given, and the relationship must be maintained.
Example: Bird : Fly :: Fish : ?
Answer: Swim
How to Approach Analogy Questions:
- Analyze the Relationship: Understand the connection between the given pair.
- Check All Options: If options are given, compare each carefully.
- Use Elimination: Eliminate irrelevant options that don’t fit the relationship.
- 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.
Would you like more practice questions or need help with a specific type of analogy?
Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R S Aggarwal- analogy and it’s concept.
A Modern Approach To Verbal & Non Verbal Reasoning PDF
Here is a simplified explanation of Analogy from Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R.S. Aggarwal, including the concept, types, and examples — in English (and briefly in Hindi) for better understanding.
What is Analogy? – Concept
Analogy is a comparison between two pairs of words, numbers, or figures based on a common relationship.
In verbal reasoning, analogy questions test your ability to recognize the relationship between a given pair and apply the same relationship to find the missing word/pair.
Definition (from R.S. Aggarwal):
“Analogy means correspondence. In analogy questions, you are given two words that have a certain relationship, and a third word is given with four options — you have to find the word that has the same relationship with the third word as the first two have with each other.”
Types of Analogy (As per R.S. Aggarwal):
Type | Example | Explanation |
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1. Word Analogy | Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ? | A doctor works in a hospital → A teacher in school |
2. Number Analogy | 2 : 4 :: 3 : ? | 2×2 = 4, 3×2 = 6 → Answer: 6 |
3. Alphabet Analogy | ACE : BDF :: MOQ : ? | +1 each letter → Answer: NPR |
4. General Knowledge | India : Delhi :: USA : ? | Capital cities → Answer: Washington |
5. Object-Tool | Painter : Brush :: Writer : ? | Uses of tools → Answer: Pen |
6. Function-Based | Knife : Cut :: Pen : ? | Knife is used to cut → Pen is used to write |
7. Cause-Effect | Fire : Burn :: Rain : ? | Cause → Effect → Answer: Wet |
Tips to Solve Analogy Questions:
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Identify the relationship between the first pair clearly.
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Apply the same logic to the second pair.
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Eliminate illogical options.
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Don’t assume; use general knowledge where needed.
Common Relations Used in Analogies:
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Synonym (Happy : Joyful)
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Antonym (Hot : Cold)
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Tool-User (Hammer : Carpenter)
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Product-Producer (Poem : Poet)
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Degree/Intensity (Warm : Hot)
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Sequence (Child : Adult)
Example Questions (with Answers):
Q1. Wheel : Car :: Leg : ?
A) Hand B) Walk C) Body D) Human Answer: Walk — A car moves with wheels, a person walks with legs.
Q2. Book : Reading :: Fork : ?
A) Drawing B) Writing C) Stirring D) Eating Answer: Eating — A fork is used for eating just as a book is used for reading.
हिंदी में सरल समझ:
Analogy का मतलब होता है “समानता” या “संबंध की तुलना”
जैसे — Teacher : School :: Doctor : Hospital
यानी Teacher का संबंध School से वैसे ही है जैसे Doctor का Hospital से।
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