Analogy — Shape transformation by rotation: Square : Diamond :: Circle : ____
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Round
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A “diamond” in common parlance is a square rotated by 45 degrees; rotation does not change the essence of the square, only its orientation/appearance. A circle rotated remains the same — i.e., round. Thus the mapping is “shape rotated → percept remains identical” for the circle.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Square ↔ diamond (same shape, rotated).
- Circle rotated is still round.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Oval — implies scaling/distortion, not pure rotation.
- Smooth/Silver — unrelated properties.
Final Answer:Round