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Each question consist of two words which have a certain relationship to each other followed by four pairs of related words, Select the pair which has the same relationship.
Q. DIVA:OPERA
  • a)
    producer:theatre
  • b)
    director:drama
  • c)
    conductor:bus
  • d)
    thespian:play
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sameer Rane answered
In the given analogy, a "diva" is a female opera singer, and "opera" is a type of performance in which divas often participate. Similarly, a "thespian" is an actor, and "play" is a type of performance in which thespians often participate. Therefore, the relationship between the words in the correct pair is the same as the relationship between "diva" and "opera".
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DISTANCE:MILE
  • a)
    liquid:litre
  • b)
    bushel:corn
  • c)
    weight:scale
  • d)
    fame:television
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
The relationship between "distance" and "mile" is that a mile is a unit of measurement commonly used to quantify distance. Similarly, the relationship between "liquid" and "litre" is that a liter is a unit of measurement commonly used to quantify the volume of liquids. In both pairs, the second item is a unit of measurement related to the first item.

PORK:PIG
  • a)
    rooster:chicken
  • b)
    mutton:sheep
  • c)
    steer:beef
  • d)
    lobster:crustacean
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pallabi Deshpande answered
The relationship between "pork" and "pig" is that pork is meat obtained from pigs. Similarly, the relationship between "mutton" and "sheep" is that mutton is meat obtained from sheep. In both pairs, the first item refers to the meat derived from the second item.

LIGHT:BLIND
  • a)
    speech:dumb
  • b)
    language:deaf
  • c)
    tongue:sound
  • d)
    voice:vibration
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Raghavendra Sharma answered
In the question provided, the relationship between "light" and "blind" is that exposure to intense light can cause blindness or impair vision. Similarly, the relationship between "speech" and "dumb" refers to the inability to speak, often referred to as muteness. Both pairs depict conditions where the presence or absence of one element affects the other negatively.

INDIGENT:WEALTHY
  • a)
    angry:rich
  • b)
    native:affluent
  • c)
    gauche:graceful
  • d)
    scholarly:erudite
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
The relationship between "indigent" and "wealthy" is one of contrast; "indigent" refers to someone who is impoverished or lacking in wealth, whereas "wealthy" refers to someone who has abundance and prosperity.
Similarly, the relationship between "gauche" and "graceful" is also one of contrast; "gauche" refers to someone who is socially awkward or lacking in sophistication, whereas "graceful" refers to someone who possesses elegance and poise.

WAN:COLOUR
  • a)
    corpulent:weight
  • b)
    insipid:flavour
  • c)
    pallid:complexion
  • d)
    enigmatic:puzzle
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ankita Dasgupta answered
The relationship between "wan" and "colour" is that "wan" refers to a pale or sickly complexion lacking color. Similarly, the relationship between "pallid" and "complexion" is that "pallid" also refers to having an abnormally pale complexion. In both pairs, the second term refers to the quality or state of the first term, specifically in relation to complexion or color.

AFTER:BEFORE
  • a)
    first:second
  • b)
    present:past
  • c)
    contemporary:historic
  • d)
    successor:predecessor
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Gowri Chakraborty answered
After means succeeding(take over) something and before means preceding(previous or prior) something. Similarly, successor is the one that comes after something while predecessor comes before something. Hence the closest relation is successor:predecessor.

His knowledge of the subject was excellent but his classroom performance was ______.
  • a)
    Praiseworthy
  • b)
    Good
  • c)
    Desirable
  • d)
    Extremely poor
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
In the sentence given above, we have two independent clauses which are joint by coordinating conjunction 'but'. The word 'but' is one of the seven coordinating conjunctions in English (the others are and, or, so, for, nor, and yet). It’s used to connect two statements that contrast or contradict each other in some way. Now the first part of the sentence is positive in nature so the second part must contradict this, so the only contradicting option we have is 'extremely poor'.
Let's see some examples in order to develop more clarity:
  • learning Mathematics is difficult but fun!
  • She is the smartest girl in the class but I don't like her.
Complete Sentence: His knowledge of the subject was excellent but his classroom performance was extremely poor.

In one of the greatest innings ever seen in 142 years of Test history, Ben Stokes upped the tempo in a five-and-a-half hour-long stay of 219 balls including 11 fours and 8 sixes that saw him finish on a 135 not out as England squared the five-match series.
Based on their connotations in the given passage, which one of the following meanings DOES NOT match?
  • a)
    upped = increased
  • b)
    tempo = enthusiasm
  • c)
    squared = lost
  • d)
    saw = resulted in
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
Squared means ‘making the score even/equal’ and the meaning given in the option is incorrect.
“Upped the tempo” means to increase the interest toward the game by playing so long.
“Saw him finish” means playing so long and making so many runs results in making 135 runs and equals the five matches series.

Select the word that fits the analogy:
Do : Undo ∷ Trust :
  • a)
    Entrust
  • b)
    Intrust
  • c)
    Untrust
  • d)
    Distrust
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
In the given word problem, we have to find the link between the first and the second words in each set. 
When we look at 'Do' and 'Undo', it becomes easy for us to understand that we need to find the antonym of the word trust.
Trust: believe in the reliability, truth, or ability of
Distrust: doubt the honesty or reliability of; regard with suspicion
Thus we can see that the antonym of trust is distrust.
The meaning of the other words-
Entrust: assign the responsibility for doing something to (someone)
Intrust: it means the same as 'entrust' (archaic and obsolete usage)
Untrust: it means the same as 'distrust' (archaic and obsolete usage)

P, Q, R, S and T are related and belong to the same family. P is the brother of S. Q is the wife of P. R and T are the children of the siblings P and S respectively. Which one of the following statements is necessarily FALSE?
  • a)
    S is the aunt of R
  • b)
    S is the sister-in-law of Q
  • c)
    S is the aunt of T
  • d)
    S is the brother of P
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
From the given information,


Let's check each of the options:
1) S is the aunt of R → Cannot be determined (as the gender of S is not known, it is possible but not definite)
2) S is the aunt of T → Necessarily False (as S is the parent of T)
3) S is the sister-in-law of Q → Cannot be determined (as the gender of S is not known, it is possible but not definite)
4) S is the brother of P → Cannot be determined (as the gender of S is not known, it is possible but not definite).
Hence, the correct answer is S is the aunt of T''.

Select the word that fits the analogy:
White : Whitening ∷ Light : _____
  • a)
    Lightning
  • b)
    Lightening
  • c)
    Lighting
  • d)
    Enlightening
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
From the first part of the analogy, it becomes clear that a noun is needed after its corresponding adjective. White is an adjective (color) and it is related to Whitening (noun) that means the act or process of making or becoming white. Similarly, light is also an adjective that means having little weight and it is related to 'lightening' i.e. to reduce in weight or quantity.
The meaning of the rest of the options are given below:
  • Lightning: the flashing of light produced by a discharge of atmospheric electricity.
  • Lighting : illumination or ignition.
  • Enlightening: providing or tending to provide knowledge, understanding, or insight.

PAIN:SEDATIVE
  • a)
    comfort:stimulant
  • b)
    grief:consolation
  • c)
    trance:narcotic
  • d)
    ache:extraction
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sameer Rane answered
The relationship between "pain" and "sedative" is that a sedative is often used to alleviate or reduce pain. Similarly, the relationship between "grief" and "consolation" is that consolation is often provided to alleviate or ease grief. In both pairs, the second item is a response or remedy for the first item.

Five friends P, Q, R, S and T went camping. At night, they had to sleep in a row inside the tent. P, Q and T refused to sleep next to R since he snored loudly. P and S wanted to avoid
Q as he usually hugged people in sleep.
Assuming everyone was satisfied with the sleeping arrangements, what is the order in which they slept?
  • a)
    SPRTQ
  • b)
    RSPTQ
  • c)
    QRSPT
  • d)
    QTSPR
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Tanvi Deshpande answered
The order in which the friends slept can be determined by applying the given conditions. Let's analyze the information provided:

1. P, Q, and T refused to sleep next to R:
- This means that R cannot sleep in the first, second, or fourth position.

2. P and S wanted to avoid Q:
- This means that Q cannot sleep in the second position.

Based on these conditions, let's determine the possible order in which the friends slept.

1. Determine the position of R:
- R cannot sleep in the first, second, or fourth position.
- Therefore, R must sleep in the third or fifth position.

2. Determine the position of Q:
- Q cannot sleep in the second position.
- Therefore, Q must sleep in the first, fourth, or fifth position.

3. Determine the position of P:
- P wants to avoid Q, so P cannot sleep next to Q.
- If Q sleeps in the first position, P cannot sleep in the second position.
- Therefore, P must sleep in the third, fourth, or fifth position.

4. Determine the position of T:
- T refuses to sleep next to R, so T cannot sleep in the third position if R sleeps in the fourth position.
- Therefore, T must sleep in the first, second, or fifth position.

5. Determine the position of S:
- S wants to avoid Q, so S cannot sleep next to Q.
- S also cannot sleep in the second position if Q sleeps in the first position.
- Therefore, S must sleep in the third or fourth position.

Based on these deductions, we can determine the possible order in which the friends slept:

a) SPRTQ
b) RSPTQ
c) QRSPT
d) QTSPR

Now, let's evaluate each option based on the given conditions:

a) SPRTQ:
- In this order, P and S are sleeping next to each other, which is not allowed.
- Therefore, option a) is not valid.

b) RSPTQ:
- In this order, R is sleeping in the third position, which is allowed.
- Q is sleeping in the fifth position, which is allowed.
- Therefore, option b) is valid.

c) QRSPT:
- In this order, Q is sleeping in the first position, which is allowed.
- R is sleeping in the second position, which is not allowed.
- Therefore, option c) is not valid.

d) QTSPR:
- In this order, Q is sleeping in the first position, which is allowed.
- R is sleeping in the fourth position, which is allowed.
- Therefore, option d) is valid.

Based on the analysis, the valid order in which the friends slept is option b) RSPTQ.

GRAIN:SALT
  • a)
    shard:pottery
  • b)
    shred:wood
  • c)
    blades:grass
  • d)
    chip:glass
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sameer Rane answered
The relationship between "grain" and "salt" is that salt often comes in the form of small granules or grains. Similarly, the relationship between "chip" and "glass" is that glass can break into small, sharp fragments or chips. In both pairs, the second item is a type or form of the first item.

Select the word that fits the analogy:
Explicit : Implicit :: Express :
  • a)
    Impress
  • b)
    Compress
  • c)
    Repress
  • d)
    Suppress
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
From the first part of the analogy, it becomes clear that the two words are opposite in meaning i.e. 'Explicit' is the antonym of 'Implicit'. Similarly, the antonym of 'Express' will be ''Repress'.
The meaning of the words are given below:
  • Explicit: fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent.
  • Implicit: involved in the nature or essence of something though not revealed, expressed, or developed.
  • Express: to make known the opinions or feelings of (oneself).
  • Repress:  to prevent the natural or normal expression(feelings), activity, or development of.

A dance programme is scheduled for 10.00 a.m. Some students are participating in the programme and they need to come an hour earlier than the start of the event. These students should be accompanied by a parent. Other students and parents should come in time for the programme. The instruction you think that is appropriate for this is
  • a)
    Students should come at 9.00 a.m. and parents should come at 10.00 a.m.
  • b)
    Participating students should come at 9.00 a.m. accompanied by a parent, and other parents and students should come by 10.00 a.m.
  • c)
    Students who are not participating should come by 10.00 a.m. and they should not bring their parents. Participating students should come at 9.00 a.m.
  • d)
    Participating students should come before 9.00 a.m. Parents who accompany them should come at 9.00 a.m. All others should come at 10.00 a.m.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
Let's look at the key points from the paragraph.
  • The dance programme is scheduled for 10:00 am
  • Participating students need to come an hour early i.e. at 9:00 am with a parent.
  • Other students and parents should come on time i.e. 10:00 am for the programme.
Let's look at the options given.
  • Option 1  is wrong because parents and students who are not participating should come at 10:00 am. Only those who are participating (student along with a parent) should come at 9:00.
  • Option 2 is correct as it agrees totally with the paragraph and what is mentioned.
  • Option 3 is wrong because participating students along with a parent should come at 9:00 am.
  • Option 4 is wrong because participating students along with a parent should come at 9:00 am
Hence the only option that agrees with the paragraph is Option (b) and therefore the correct answer. 

THRUST:SPEAR
  • a)
    mangle:iron
  • b)
    scabbard:sword
  • c)
    bow:arrow
  • d)
    fence:epee
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sameer Rane answered
The relationship between "thrust" and "spear" is that a spear is a weapon commonly used for thrusting. Similarly, the relationship between "fence" and "epee" is that an epee is a type of sword commonly used in the sport of fencing. Both pairs relate to a tool or weapon used in a specific action or sport.

Big:enormous:: Small: ______
  • a)
    Compact
  • b)
    Tidy
  • c)
    Stubborn
  • d)
    Insufficient
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
Let us find the relation between the first two words-​ 
  • Big and enormous are both synonyms.
  • Now we need to find a word which is the synonym of 'small'.
    • Compact means having all the necessary components or features neatly fitted into a small space.
    • Tidy means arranged neatly and in order.
    • Stubborn means having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so.
    • Insufficient means not enough; inadequate.
Clearly, 'compact' is the correct word.

The CEO’s decision to quit was as shocking to the Board as it was to _______.
  • a)
    I
  • b)
    myself
  • c)
    my
  • d)
    me
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev GMAT answered
  • The correct answer is 'me'
  • In the given sentence, the usage of 'to' means we need to use a prepositional object and that will be a noun/pronoun. According to the options we need to use a pronoun in an objective case.
  • Let's see an example-
    • To tell you the truth, I'm tired of listening to politicians tell us lies. ("politicians" is a noun and "to" is a preposition.)
Hence, the correct sentence is- The CEO’s decision to quit was as shocking to the Board as it was to me.

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