Analogy Relationship Explained

The question presents a relationship between pairs of words, requiring us to identify the missing terms (P and Q) that maintain a consistent analogy. The structure is: Word1 is to Term P as Word2 is to Term Q.

Analyzing the Water : P Relationship

The first pair is "Water : P". We consume water primarily to address the physical sensation of needing it. The term that describes this need is 'Thirst'. Therefore, Water is used to quench or satisfy Thirst.

Analyzing the Food : Q Relationship

The second pair is "Food : Q". Similarly, we consume food to address the physical sensation of needing it. The term that describes this need is 'Hunger'. Therefore, Food is used to satisfy Hunger.

Determining the Correct Combination

Based on the analysis:

• P should represent the need satisfied by Water, which is Thirst.
• Q should represent the need satisfied by Food, which is Hunger.

Let's check the options:

• Option 1: P = Thirst; Q = Hunger. This matches our analysis perfectly. Water satisfies thirst, and food satisfies hunger.
• Option 2: P = Drink; Q = Hunger. 'Drink' is an action, not the sensation satisfied by water.
• Option 3: P = Thirst; Q = Satiated. 'Satiated' is the state *after* eating, not the need itself.
• Option 4: P = Wet; Q = Critic. These terms have no relevant connection to water or food in this context.

Conclusion

The most meaningful analogy is formed when P represents 'Thirst' and Q represents 'Hunger', as both represent the primary biological needs addressed by consuming water and food, respectively.