Analogy – young one to adult (species match): “Calf” is related to “Cow” in the same way that “Kitten” is related to which of the following?
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Cat
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Another parent–offspring analogy: a calf grows into a cow (bovine). We need the adult corresponding to a kitten. This checks species mapping accuracy.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Calf → Cow is the young→adult relation within cattle.
- Kitten is the young of cats.
- We must pick the correct adult species for “Kitten.”
Concept / Approach:Keep species consistency. “Kitten : Cat” parallels “Calf : Cow.” Thus, the correct completion is “Cat.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
Identify the relation: offspring → adult.Recall species mapping: kitten → cat, puppy → dog, fawn → deer, duckling → duck, cub → bear.Select the matching adult: Cat.Verification / Alternative check:Cross-check incorrect mappings: bear cub is called “cub,” deer young is a “fawn,” and “duckling” maps to duck. “Kitten” uniquely maps to “cat.”
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Bear, Deer, Duck: Each corresponds to a different young name (cub, fawn, duckling), not “kitten.”
Common Pitfalls:Choosing by familiarity rather than exact species nomenclature. Always ensure the young name matches the adult species precisely.
Final Answer:Cat