Analogy — Identify the analogous action: Eye : Wink :: Heart : ?
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Throb
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This analogy pairs an organ with its characteristic action. An eye “winks”; we must find the most analogous single-word action for the heart.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Eye → wink (brief, characteristic movement).
- Heart → action should similarly be a succinct, characteristic verb.
Concept / Approach:Prefer a concise verb that names the heart’s rhythmic motion in everyday English.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Eye : Wink establishes organ→distinct action.2) For heart, common actions include “beat,” “throb,” or “pump.”3) Among options, “Throb” best matches a brief, characteristic action parallel to “wink.”Verification / Alternative check:“Pump” describes function (to circulate blood) rather than the instantaneous action; “throb” mirrors “wink” as a momentary act.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Move: too general; all organs can move.
- Pump: denotes function/process, not a brief act.
- Respirate: relates to breathing, not the heart.
- None of these: incorrect as “Throb” fits.
Common Pitfalls:Choosing functional nouns/verbs instead of a crisp action parallel to “wink.”
Final Answer:Throb