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Directions to Solve
In each of the following questions, five words have been given out of which four are alike in some manner, while the fifth one is different. Choose the word which is different from the rest.
Question -
Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Tailor
  • b)
    Carpenter
  • c)
    Blacksmith
  • d)
    Barber
  • e)
    Engineer
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Avi Chakraborty answered
All except Barber require raw material to work.
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Find the odd man out from the given responses?
  • a)
    Guava
  • b)
    Mango
  • c)
    Apple
  • d)
    Orange
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Krithika Chavan answered
Understanding the Odd One Out
In the given list of fruits, we need to identify which one does not belong. The options are Guava, Mango, Apple, and Orange. The correct answer is option 'B', Mango. Here's why:
Classification of Fruits
- Guava, Apple, and Orange: These fruits are all classified as pome or citrus fruits. They generally have a higher water content and are known for their juicy texture.
- Mango: Unlike the others, mangoes are classified as stone fruits (or drupes). They contain a single large seed surrounded by fleshy fruit, which is different from the structure of the other three fruits.
Nutritional and Seasonal Differences
- Guava, Apple, Orange: These fruits are available in different seasons and are commonly found across various regions worldwide. They have a similar nutritional profile, being rich in vitamins and dietary fiber.
- Mango: This fruit has a distinct season (typically summer in many regions) and is often considered a tropical fruit. Its nutritional profile includes higher sugar content compared to the others, making it unique in terms of taste and calorie density.
Culinary Use
- Guava, Apple, Orange: These fruits are versatile and can be eaten raw, juiced, or used in salads and desserts.
- Mango: While it can be eaten raw, mangoes are also predominantly used in smoothies, desserts, and sauces, showcasing its unique culinary position.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the primary reason Mango is the odd one out is due to its classification as a stone fruit, distinct nutritional content, and different culinary applications compared to Guava, Apple, and Orange. This key difference highlights the variety within the fruit category.

Find the odd man out from the given responses?
  • a)
    Skin
  • b)
    Eyes
  • c)
    Ears
  • d)
    Throat
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Isha Ahuja answered
Identifying the Odd One Out
In the given list of options, we need to identify which one does not belong with the others. Let's analyze each option closely.
Options Overview
- Skin:
- The largest organ of the human body.
- Plays a critical role in protection and sensation.
- Eyes:
- Organs of vision.
- Essential for sight and visual perception.
- Ears:
- Organs facilitating hearing.
- Important for auditory perception.
- Throat:
- A passage for food and air.
- Plays a role in the respiratory and digestive systems.
Reasoning for the Odd Man Out
- Functionality:
- Skin, eyes, and ears are all sensory organs.
- They are directly involved in the perception of the environment (touch, sight, and sound).
- Throat's Role:
- Unlike the other three, the throat is not primarily a sensory organ.
- It functions mainly as a passageway for air and food, lacking a direct role in sensory perception.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis, the throat (option D) stands out as the odd one out. While skin, eyes, and ears are integral to sensory functions, the throat serves a different purpose, making it the correct answer.

Directions to Solve
In each of the following questions, five words have been given out of which four are alike in some manner, while the fifth one is different. Choose the word which is different from the rest.
Question -
Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Tonnes
  • b)
    Quintals
  • c)
    Grams
  • d)
    Kilograms
  • e)
    Kilometres
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Kaavya Kumar answered
Understanding the Options
When analyzing the list of words provided, we can categorize them based on their definitions and uses.
Measurement Units
- a) Tonnes
- b) Quintals
- c) Grams
- d) Kilograms
These four options are all units of weight measurement. They are used to quantify mass in various contexts, such as food, goods, and scientific measurements.
Different Category
- e) Kilometres
This option stands out because it is a unit of distance measurement. While the other four options measure weight, a kilometre is used to measure length, making it fundamentally different from the others.
Conclusion
Thus, the correct answer is option 'E' (Kilometres) because it does not belong to the same category as the other four options, which are all related to weight. This distinction highlights the importance of understanding the context and category of terms when identifying differences among them.

In each of the following questions, four pairs of words are given out of which the words in three pairs bear a certain common relationship. Choose the pair in which the words are differently related.
  • a)
    Light : Heavy
  • b)
    Big : Large
  • c)
    Tiny : Small
  • d)
    Broad : Wide
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Athul Khanna answered
Understanding the Relationships
In this question, we need to analyze the relationships between the words in each pair to determine which one is different.
Pair Analysis
- Light : Heavy
- These words represent opposite concepts. "Light" refers to something that has low weight, while "Heavy" refers to something with significant weight.
- Big : Large
- Both of these words are synonyms, meaning they convey the same idea of size. They can be used interchangeably in various contexts.
- Tiny : Small
- Similar to the previous pair, these words are also synonyms. "Tiny" and "Small" both refer to something that is of little size, indicating a close relationship.
- Broad : Wide
- This pair shares the same relationship as the previous pairs, as both "Broad" and "Wide" indicate a measurement of extent, particularly in terms of width. They are also synonyms.
Conclusion
The key difference lies in the nature of the relationships among the pairs:
- Options B, C, and D are all synonyms, meaning they express similar meanings.
- Option A (Light : Heavy) is characterized by an antonym relationship, highlighting opposing qualities.
Thus, the correct answer is option 'A', as it is the only pair that does not share a synonym relationship with the others.

Find the odd man out from the given responses?
  • a)
    pond
  • b)
    water
  • c)
    pool
  • d)
    lake
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Knowledge Center answered
  • Pond, pool, and lake all refer to bodies of water.
  • Water is a substance found in these bodies, not a type of water body itself.
Therefore, water is the odd one out.

Directions to Solve
In each of the following questions, five words have been given out of which four are alike in some manner, while the fifth one is different. Choose the word which is different from the rest.
Question -
Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Printer
  • b)
    Writer
  • c)
    Publisher
  • d)
    Reader
  • e)
    Reporter
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Malavika Rane answered
Understanding the Question
In the given question, we are tasked with identifying the word that is different from the others in a set of five related terms. The words provided are:
- Printer
- Writer
- Publisher
- Reader
- Reporter
Identifying the Commonalities
To determine the odd one out, we must analyze the roles of each word:
- Writer: Creates content (e.g., articles, books).
- Publisher: Distributes and makes written content available.
- Reader: Consumes and engages with written content.
- Reporter: Gathers information and writes news articles.
Analyzing the Odd One Out
Now, let's examine "Printer":
- Printer: This term refers to a device that produces physical copies of written documents but does not engage with the content in a creative or consuming capacity.
Conclusion
In essence, all the other terms (Writer, Publisher, Reader, and Reporter) are involved in the creation, dissemination, or consumption of written material, whereas "Printer" serves merely as a tool in the process. Therefore, the correct answer is:
- Option A: Printer
This distinction highlights how "Printer" is fundamentally different from the other four words, which are all related to the literary and information-sharing process.

Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Calf
  • b)
    Cub
  • c)
    Piglet
  • d)
    Duckling
  • e)
    Hireling
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Raksha Khanna answered
Choose the word which is different from the rest

  • Calf: A young cow or bull.

  • Cub: A young carnivorous mammal, such as a bear or lion.

  • Piglet: A young pig.

  • Duckling: A young duck.

  • Hireling: A person who works purely for material reward
The first four words refer to young animals, while "hireling" refers to a person working for payment. Therefore, the word "hireling" is different from the rest.

In each of the following questions, four words have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and the fourth one is different. Choose out the odd one
  • a)
    Coffee
  • b)
    Rice
  • c)
    Tobacco
  • d)
    Sugarcane
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Knowledge Center answered
The solution involves identifying which item differs from the others based on their characteristics. Here's a breakdown:
  • Coffee, Tobacco, and Sugarcane are all primarily grown for cash production.
  • Rice is mainly a staple food, different from the others.
Thus, rice is the odd one out.

Find the odd man out from the given responses?
  • a)
    WYYZ
  • b)
    ABBC
  • c)
    HIIJ
  • d)
    PQQR
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Maya Pillai answered
Identifying the Odd Man Out
To determine the odd one out among the options provided, let's analyze the patterns in each response.
Option A: WYYZ
- The first letter is W.
- The second and third letters are the same (Y).
- The last letter is Z.
- This indicates a pattern of two identical letters in the middle.
Option B: ABBC
- The first letter is A.
- The second letter is B.
- The third letter is also B (same as the second).
- The last letter is C.
- This follows the pattern of two identical letters in the middle.
Option C: HIIJ
- The first letter is H.
- The second letter is I.
- The third letter is also I (same as the second).
- The last letter is J.
- This maintains the pattern of two identical letters in the middle.
Option D: PQQR
- The first letter is P.
- The second letter is Q.
- The third letter is also Q (same as the second).
- The last letter is R.
- This also adheres to the pattern of two identical letters in the middle.
Conclusion
- Odd One Out: Option A (WYYZ) is the only option that breaks the pattern established by the other options.
- While options B, C, and D all consist of a pattern where the second and third letters are identical, WYYZ has a different first letter and ends with a different letter (Z).
Therefore, option A is logically the odd man out based on the letter pattern.

In each of the following questions, four words have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and the fourth one is different. Choose out the odd one
  • a)
    FGKL
  • b)
    TUOP
  • c)
    HIVW
  • d)
    ACDF
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Devanshi Reddy answered
Understanding the Words
In this question, we have four sets of letters: FGKL, TUOP, HIVW, and ACD. We need to identify which one is different from the others based on a shared characteristic.
Analysis of Each Group
- FGKL:
- Letters are spaced apart in the alphabet.
- F (6), G (7), K (11), L (12) – the gaps are consistent (1, 3).
- TUOP:
- Letters also have consistent spacing.
- T (20), U (21), O (15), P (16) – here we see a pattern of alternating spacing (1, -6, 1).
- HIVW:
- Letters have gaps in their positions.
- H (8), I (9), V (22), W (23) – this group maintains a pattern as well (1, 12, 1).
- ACDF:
- The letters do not maintain a consistent spacing.
- A (1), C (3), D (4), F (6) – here, the gaps are 2, 1, and 2, which are inconsistent compared to the others.
Conclusion
The odd one out is ACDF because:
- It does not have a uniform pattern in the gaps between the letters.
- In contrast, FGKL, TUOP, and HIVW maintain a consistent spacing pattern among their letters.
Thus, option D (ACDF) is the correct answer, clearly distinguishing it from the others based on this characteristic.

Find the odd man out from the given responses?
  • a)
    BEAT
  • b)
    HEAT
  • c)
    MEAT
  • d)
    MEET
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Preethi Ahuja answered
Understanding the Odd One Out
In the provided list, we are tasked with identifying the word that does not belong. Let's analyze the options closely.
Options Overview
- a) BEAT
- b) HEAT
- c) MEAT
- d) MEET
Common Characteristics
- BEAT, HEAT, MEAT: These three words have the following common traits:
- They are all nouns that can also function as verbs.
- They share a common structure: they each contain the vowel 'E' followed by a single consonant.
- They have a similar phonetic ending with "eat" sounds.
Unique Characteristics of MEET
- MEET: This word stands out for several reasons:
- Function: While it can be used as a verb, it is not commonly used in a noun form compared to the other three.
- Phonetic Structure: It has a different vowel sound and ending, making it phonetically distinct from the "eat" ending of the other words.
- Contextual Usage: MEET is often used in the context of gathering or encountering, which is a different conceptual usage compared to the more tangible meanings of the other words.
Conclusion
Given these analyses, option 'D' (MEET) is indeed the odd one out. It diverges in both usage and phonetic structure, setting it apart from the other options.

Directions to Solve
In each of the following questions, five words have been given out of which four are alike in some manner, while the fifth one is different. Choose the word which is different from the rest.
Question -
Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Shoulder
  • b)
    Foot
  • c)
    Elbow
  • d)
    Arm
  • e)
    Fingers
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Aryan Goyal answered
Explanation:

Differentiating the Words:
- Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Fingers: These body parts are all part of the upper extremities.
- Foot: This body part is part of the lower extremities.
Therefore, the word "Foot" is different from the rest as it belongs to a different part of the body compared to the other options provided.

Directions to Solve
In each of the following questions, five words have been given out of which four are alike in some manner, while the fifth one is different. Choose the word which is different from the rest.
Question -
Choose the word which is different from the rest.
  • a)
    Tortoise
  • b)
    Duck
  • c)
    Snake
  • d)
    Crow
  • e)
    Whale 
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Pioneer Academy answered
  • Tortoise: reptile, lays eggs, lives on land and water.
  • Duck: bird, lays eggs, flies and swims.
  • Snake: reptile, lays eggs (some), crawls.
  • Crow: bird, lays eggs, flies.
  • Whale: mammal, gives birth to live young, lives in water.
The first four animals either lay eggs or are reptiles/birds.
Whale is different because it is a mammal and gives birth to live young, not eggs.

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