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Question

In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives.

Smash : Badminton ∷ ? : ?

The correct answer is

Bowled : Cricket

Analogy Relationship Explained

The question presents an analogy: Smash is a specific shot or action performed in the sport of Badminton.

We need to find a similar relationship in the given options, where the first word is a specific action, term, or event associated with the second word (usually a sport or game).

Option Analysis

  • Option 1: Board : Chess - A 'Board' is the playing surface for Chess, not an action performed within the game.
  • Option 2: Bowled : Cricket - 'Bowled' is a specific method by which a player can be dismissed (get out) in the sport of Cricket. This matches the relationship of a specific term/action within a sport.
  • Option 3: Ball : Golf - A 'Ball' is an equipment item used in Golf, not a specific action.
  • Option 4: Stick : Polo - A 'Stick' (mallet) is equipment used in Polo, not a specific action.

Conclusion

The pair 'Bowled : Cricket' mirrors the relationship in 'Smash : Badminton' because 'Bowled' is a specific term/action related to the sport 'Cricket', just as 'Smash' is a specific shot in 'Badminton'.

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  1. Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term.

    Dispur : Assam :: Kohima : ?
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