Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Analogy

Question:

From the given options, select the pair of words which carries the same relationship to the given pair of words:

Dentist : Tooth

Options:

Dermatologist : Bones

Surgeon : Scalpel

Optometrist : Eye

Veterinarian: Human

Correct Answer:

Optometrist : Eye

Explanation:
  1. Dentist : Tooth

    • Explanation: A dentist specializes in the treatment of teeth. The relationship is that the professional deals with the specific body part mentioned.
  2. Dermatologist : Bones

    • Explanation: Dermatologists specialize in treating the skin, not bones. The relationship here is incorrect as dermatologists do not deal with bones.
  3. Surgeon : Scalpel

    • Explanation: A surgeon uses a scalpel as a tool during surgical procedures. The relationship is that the professional uses a specific tool for their work.
  4. Optometrist : Eye

    • Explanation: An optometrist specializes in the health and care of the eyes. The relationship is that the professional deals with the specific organ mentioned.
  5. Veterinarian : Human

    • Explanation: Veterinarians specialize in treating animals, not humans. The relationship here is incorrect as veterinarians do not typically deal with humans.

The pair that carries the same relationship to "Dentist : Tooth" is Optometrist : Eye. In both cases, the first term refers to a medical professional specializing in the treatment of a specific organ (tooth or eye).