Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

Logical and Analytical Reasoning

Topic

Missing Term

Question:

In the following question, select the word which would replace the question mark (?).

Eye : Myopia :: Teeth : ?

Options:

Pyorrhoea

Trachoma

Cataract

Hypermetropia

Correct Answer:

Pyorrhoea

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Pyorrhoea

This is an analogy question where the relationship between the first pair (Eye : Myopia) needs to be matched in the second pair.

Let’s break it down:

  • Myopia is a disease/condition of the eye (specifically, short-sightedness).

  • So, the analogy is:Organ : Disease related to that organ

Now, apply the same to Teeth : ?

  • Pyorrhoea is a disease of the gums and teeth (a type of periodontal disease).

Why other options are incorrect:

  • Trachoma → Disease of the eye, not teeth

  • Cataract → Eye disease (lens clouding)

  • Hypermetropia → Eye condition (farsightedness)