GATE CSE 2021 Set 2 Q5: Analogy: Pen is to Write as Knife is to ?
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Pen : Write :: Knife : _________
Which one of the following options maintains a similar logical relation in the above?
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Answer: C (official GATE 2021 final answer key)
Concept used: Tool : function analogy.
First step: A pen is used to write, so look for the action a knife is used for.
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Source: official GATE 2021 Set 2 CS question paper and final answer key, organised by IIT Bombay. Question paper · Answer key
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