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2141. Find the best relationship: Judge : Judiciary

  • A. Doctor : Medical Board
  • B. Chef : Recipe
  • C. Mason : Wait
  • D. Tutor : Student

Explanation: A doctor is a member of a medical board, just as a judge is a member of the judiciary.

Correct answer: Doctor : Medical Board

2142. Find the best relationship: Botany : Plants

  • A. Land : Shrubs
  • B. Astronomy : Stars
  • C. Sailor : Treasons
  • D. Weather : Earth

Explanation: Astronomy is the study of stars and botany is the study of plants.

Correct answer: Astronomy : Stars

2143. Eyrie: Eagle (analogy)

  • A. Venom : rattle snake
  • B. Viper: reptiles
  • C. Hawk : falcon
  • D. Lair: wolf

Explanation: A. Venom : rattlesnakeThis analogy compares the relationship between venom and a rattlesnake. Just as venom is a characteristic or trait of a rattlesnakeB. Viper : reptilesThis analogy relates the term "Viper" to the broader category of reptiles. C. Hawk : falconThis analogy draws a connection between the terms "Hawk" and "Falcon." Both terms represent different species of birds of prey. D. Lair : wolfThis analogy compares the relationship between "Lair" and a wolf. A lair is a den or resting place for a wolf, implying a specific location or habitat for the animal. Similarly, the analogy suggests that "Eyrie" represents a specific location or habitat for an eagle.

Correct answer: Lair: wolf

2144. Altimeter: height (analogy)

  • A. Speedometer: speed
  • B. Racetrack : furlong
  • C. Observatory :constellation
  • D. Vessel: knots

Explanation: A. Speedometer: speed - This analogy is correct because a speedometer is an instrument that measures and displays the speed of a vehicle. Similarly, an altimeter is an instrument that measures and displays the height or altitude of an object or location.B. Racetrack: furlong - This analogy is incorrect. A racetrack is a specific type of track or course where races are held, typically for horse racing or motorsports. On the other hand, a furlong is a unit of measurement used in horse racing and other sports to denote a specific distance. The analogy between a racetrack and a furlong doesn't hold because a racetrack is a location where races take place, whereas a furlong is a unit of distance.C. Observatory: constellation - This analogy is incorrect. An observatory is a location or facility equipped with telescopes and other instruments for observing celestial objects and phenomena. Constellations, on the other hand, are patterns of stars as viewed from Earth. While observatories may study or observe constellations, they are not directly analogous to each other.D. Vessel: knots - This analogy is incorrect. A vessel is a general term used to refer to any type of ship, boat, or other watercraft. Knots, on the other hand, are a unit of measurement used to determine the speed of a vessel or aircraft. While knots are often associated with vessels, they are a measurement of speed rather than a physical object like a vessel.In summary, option A is the correct analogy, while options B, C, and D are incorrect.

Correct answer: Speedometer: speed

2145. Slipshod: organization (analogy):

  • A. Clever: shroud
  • B. Cringing: obsequious
  • C. Prodigal: generosity
  • D. Phlegmatic : emotion

Explanation: Slipshod is the lack of organization whereas phlegmatic is lack of emotional control.

Correct answer: Phlegmatic : emotion

2146. What should come next to an infirmary?

  • A. Surgery
  • B. Disease
  • C. Patient
  • D. Receptionist

Explanation: An infirmary is a medical facility where sick or injured people are treated. Therefore, the logical next item after an infirmary would be a patient who would receive medical care. Surgery, disease, and receptionist may be associated with an infirmary but they are not the next in the sequence.

Correct answer: Patient

2147. Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the given word. ANXIETY

  • A. Problem
  • B. Worry
  • C. Relax
  • D. Nervous

Explanation: Option C is correct because 'relax' is the antonym of 'anxiety'.

Correct answer: Relax

2148. Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the given word. FORTH

  • A. Back
  • B. Out
  • C. Into view
  • D. Onward

Explanation: Option A is correct because 'back' is the antonym of 'forth'.

Correct answer: Back

2149. The opposite of Vandalism is:

  • A. Corrupt
  • B. Compassionate
  • C. Protection
  • D. Standard

Explanation: Vandalism is the act of destroying public property. Its opposite is "protection".

Correct answer: Protection

2150. Antonym of Adapt will be:

  • A. Approve
  • B. Applaud
  • C. Shed
  • D. Reject

Explanation: The antonym of "adapt" is "reject."Here's an explanation of the options you provided:Approve: "Approve" is not an antonym of "adapt." "Approve" means to accept or agree with something, while "adapt" means to adjust or modify in order to fit new circumstances or conditions.Applaud: "Applaud" is also not an antonym of "adapt." "Applaud" means to show approval or praise, while "adapt" means to make changes or adjustments.Shed: "Shed" is not directly an antonym of "adapt." "Shed" means to discard or get rid of something, often referring to the process of losing hair, feathers, or skin. It doesn't convey the opposite meaning of modifying or adjusting to new circumstances.Reject: "Reject" is the correct antonym of "adapt." "Reject" means to refuse or dismiss something, indicating a lack of acceptance or adjustment. It is the opposite of "adapt," which involves making changes to accommodate new situations.Therefore, "reject" is the appropriate antonym for "adapt" out of the options you provided.

Correct answer: Reject