Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.

Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.

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Verbal Reasoning: Classification and Its Concept

 What is Classification in Verbal Reasoning?



  • Classification is a type of verbal reasoning question where a group of words is given, and you need to identify the odd one out — the word that does not belong to the group based on a shared characteristic.

 Concept of Classification:

  • The main idea is to classify objects, words, or ideas based on a common characteristic.
  • It tests your ability to recognize patterns, similarities, and differences.

 Types of Classification:

  1. Word-based Classification: Identifying the odd one out from a group of words.
    Example: Apple, Banana, Orange, Carrot

    • Carrot is the odd one because it’s a vegetable, while the others are fruits.
  2. Alphabet-based Classification: Focusing on the sequence or pattern of alphabets.
    Example: A, E, I, O, U, X

    • X is the odd one because it’s a consonant, while others are vowels.
  3. Meaning-based Classification: Identifying the difference in meanings.
    Example: Doctor, Engineer, Lawyer, Hospital

    • Hospital is the odd one out because others are professions.
  4. Numbers-based Classification: Based on the properties of numbers like even/odd, prime/composite.
    Example: 2, 3, 5, 8

    • 8 is the odd one because it’s not a prime number.
  5. General Knowledge-based Classification: Requires factual knowledge.
    Example: India, China, Russia, Tokyo

    • Tokyo is the odd one because it is a city, while others are countries.

 How to Approach Classification Questions:

  1. Identify the Common Characteristic: Understand what the majority of items have in common.
  2. Find the Odd One: Spot the one that does not match the identified characteristic.
  3. Check Multiple Perspectives: If unsure, try to classify by different criteria (meaning, category, function).

 Sample Questions for Practice:

Q1: Tiger, Lion, Elephant, Cheetah
Answer: Elephant (It is a herbivore, while others are carnivores.)

Q2: Rose, Lily, Lotus, Mango
Answer: Mango (It is a fruit, while others are flowers.)

Q3: 21, 33, 47, 55
Answer: 47 (It is a prime number, while others are composite.)

 Tips for Solving Classification Questions:

  • Think logically: Avoid assumptions; rely on facts.
  • Practice regularly: Increases your ability to recognize patterns quickly.
  • Expand vocabulary: Helps in meaning-based classifications.
  • Stay calm: If stuck, try a different approach.

If you need further practice or have any specific questions, feel free to ask!

Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.

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Here’s a detailed and easy-to-understand explanation of Classification from Verbal Reasoning by Dr. R.S. Aggarwal, including its concept, types, and examples — in English and Hindi.


🧠 What is Classification? – Concept

Classification in verbal reasoning means grouping items based on common features and identifying the one that doesn’t belong to the group.

📌 It is also called:

  • Odd One Out

  • Analytical Reasoning

  • Finding the Different Element


📘 Definition (R.S. Aggarwal):

“In classification problems, a group of items is given, all belonging to the same class except one. You must identify the one that is different based on logic or property.”


📝 Purpose of Classification Questions:

  • Test analytical ability

  • Test ability to notice patterns

  • Evaluate conceptual understanding


🔍 Common Types of Classification:

Type Example Explanation
1. Word Based Apple, Banana, Orange, Tomato, Rose Rose is a flower, rest are fruits → Answer: Rose
2. Number Based 2, 4, 6, 8, 9 9 is odd, others are even → Answer: 9
3. Letter Based A, E, I, O, B B is consonant, rest are vowels → Answer: B
4. General Knowledge Asia, Africa, Europe, Amazon Amazon is a river, others are continents → Answer: Amazon
5. Meaning Based Laugh, Smile, Cry, Book Book is unrelated → Answer: Book
6. Profession Based Engineer, Doctor, Lawyer, Mango Mango is not a profession → Answer: Mango

✅ How to Solve Classification Questions:

  1. Observe all given items carefully

  2. Find the common trait in most items

  3. Identify the one that doesn’t match

  4. Apply logic, GK, vocabulary or math as needed


📚 Example Questions with Answers:

Q1. Cat, Dog, Lion, Tiger, Chair
✅ Answer: Chair — Rest are animals, Chair is not.


Q2. 121, 144, 169, 196, 225, 234
✅ Answer: 234 — All others are perfect squares.


Q3. Monday, Sunday, Friday, January, Tuesday
✅ Answer: January — It’s a month, rest are days of the week.


🇮🇳 हिंदी में समझिए:

Classification (वर्गीकरण) का मतलब है — दिए गए शब्दों, संख्याओं या वस्तुओं में से एक ऐसा तत्व पहचानना जो बाकी से अलग हो।

📌 उदाहरण:

  • चाय, दूध, पानी, जूस, किताब → जवाब: किताब (बाकी पीने की चीजें हैं)

  • 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 → जवाब: 7 (अकेला विषम संख्या है)


📦 Want More?

Would you like:

  • 📄 Classification chapter notes from R.S. Aggarwal?

  • 📝 Practice Questions with Answers (PDF)?

  • 📽️ Hindi Video Explanation for Classification?

Let me know and I’ll share right away!

Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.



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