Analogy — Artisan and material: Cobbler : Leather :: Tailor : ? Choose the material that relates to a tailor as “Leather” relates to a cobbler.
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Cloth
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A cobbler chiefly works with leather; analogously, a tailor primarily works with cloth (fabric). The relationship is “artisan : principal material”.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Cobbler → Leather.
- Tailor → ?
- Options include materials, products, and related professions.
Concept / Approach:Match the category: material, not product or profession. For a tailor, the principal material is “Cloth”.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Maintain “artisan : material”.2) Choose “Cloth”.3) Eliminate “Thread” (auxiliary input), “Shirt” (product), “Draper” (profession).Verification / Alternative check:Tailoring implies cutting and stitching cloth into garments.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Thread: Ancillary, not the principal substrate.
- Shirt: Output, not material.
- Draper: Seller of cloth; not material.
- None of these: Invalid since “Cloth” fits.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing product with material; analogy requires the same role as “Leather” for cobbler.
Final Answer:Cloth