Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.
Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.
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- 0.1 Verbal Reasoning: Classification and Its Concept
- 0.2 Concept of Classification:
- 0.3 Types of Classification:
- 0.4 How to Approach Classification Questions:
- 0.5 Sample Questions for Practice:
- 0.6 Tips for Solving Classification Questions:
- 0.7 Verbal Reasoning – classification and it’s concept.
- 0.8 Verbal Reasoning – A Complete Guide
- 0.9 VERBAL REASONING TESTS
- 0.10 VERBAL REASONING
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What is Classification? – Concept
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Definition (R.S. Aggarwal):
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Purpose of Classification Questions:
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Common Types of Classification:
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How to Solve Classification Questions:
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Example Questions with Answers:
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हिंदी में समझिए:
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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:
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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.
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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.
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Meaning-based Classification: Identifying the difference in meanings.
Example: Doctor, Engineer, Lawyer, Hospital- Hospital is the odd one out because others are professions.
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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.
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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:
- Identify the Common Characteristic: Understand what the majority of items have in common.
- Find the Odd One: Spot the one that does not match the identified characteristic.
- 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.
Verbal Reasoning – A Complete Guide
VERBAL REASONING TESTS
VERBAL REASONING
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:
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Odd One Out
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Analytical Reasoning
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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:
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Test analytical ability
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Test ability to notice patterns
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Evaluate conceptual understanding
Common Types of Classification:
Type | Example | Explanation |
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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:
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Observe all given items carefully
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Find the common trait in most items
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Identify the one that doesn’t match
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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:
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चाय, दूध, पानी, जूस, किताब → जवाब: किताब (बाकी पीने की चीजें हैं)
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2, 4, 6, 7, 8 → जवाब: 7 (अकेला विषम संख्या है)
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Classification chapter notes from R.S. Aggarwal?
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Practice Questions with Answers (PDF)?
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