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Question

Four words have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd one.

This question was previously asked in
RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Identical

Identify the Odd Word Out

The question asks to identify the word that does not belong with the others based on their meaning.

Word Meanings and Analysis

  • Original: Means new, not copied, the first of its kind.
  • Identical: Means exactly the same as something else; lacking difference.
  • Unique: Means being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.
  • Innovative: Means featuring new methods; advanced and original.

Identifying the Pattern

Words like Original, Unique, and Innovative all share a common theme. They relate to concepts of newness, distinctiveness, and being one-of-a-kind.

In contrast, the word Identical signifies sameness or exact replication, lacking any distinctiveness or novelty.

Conclusion

Therefore, Identical is the odd word out because it represents the opposite of the concepts conveyed by the other three words.

The correct answer is Option B: Identical.

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