Analogy questions and answers

10 questions in 1 online test, each with its answer and a worked solution.

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Analogy: key points

An analogy question gives a pair of related words or numbers and asks for a second pair related in the same way.

  • State the relation between the first pair in a short sentence, then apply the same sentence to the second pair.
  • Common relations: worker and workplace, tool and use, part and whole, and opposites.
  • For numbers, test squares, cubes and simple multiples first.

How to practise Analogy

Start with the key points, then take one Analogy test without rushing. Review every explanation, note the steps you missed and repeat the topic against the clock. APTITUDE TESTER has 10 questions in 1 test for this topic.

  • Read the method before attempting a timed test.
  • Record mistakes by type: concept, calculation or time management.
  • Return to the hardest questions after a day and try them again.

Continue with another Reasoning topic when your accuracy is steady.

Analogy online tests

Sample Analogy questions

  1. 1. Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?
    1. Court
    2. Farm
    3. Factory
    4. School

    Reference: q-4642dd31-33 · Report this question

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    Answer: D. School

    A doctor works in a hospital; in the same way a teacher works in a school.
  2. 2. Bird : Nest :: Bee : ?
    1. Web
    2. Stable
    3. Hive
    4. Burrow

    Reference: q-91766e3b-23 · Report this question

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    Answer: C. Hive

    A bird lives in a nest and a bee lives in a hive.
  3. 3. Pen : Write :: Knife : ?
    1. Kitchen
    2. Sharp
    3. Cut
    4. Steel

    Reference: q-d41e9823-25 · Report this question

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    Answer: C. Cut

    A pen is used to write and a knife is used to cut.

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Analogy: questions people ask

How many Analogy questions are there?

There are 10 Analogy questions in 1 test. Each test has its own page that lists the questions with their answers and solutions.

How long does a Analogy test take?

A test of 10 questions has a time limit of 15 minutes, which is 90 seconds a question.

Is there negative marking?

Rules vary by set. The rules screen shows the time limit, marks, any wrong-answer penalty and calculator permission before you begin. Feedback mode has no time limit or negative marking.

Can I practise Analogy without a time limit?

Yes. Choose practice mode: there is no clock, and the answer and solution appear as soon as you select an option.