Reasoning Analogy

Analogical reasoning is a type of reasoning which involves two situations or domains with a common relational system. Usually, when information about one of the systems is known, it allows us to infer new information about the other system. The basic understanding behind analogical reasoning is that if there are some points of similarities between two systems or domains, there are likely to be more common points.

This article discusses the SSC CGL general intelligence and reasoning analogies. We will also try to understand the topics you need to cover to score well on the SSC GD constable exam general intelligence and reasoning analogies type questions.    

What Is Analogy And Analogical Reasoning?

In simple terms, Analogy is a comparison between two systems, objects, domains. It defines the thoughts that highlight the similarity between the two. It has been recognised as an essential aid to discovery due to its heuristic role. 

With the help of analogical arguments, we try to establish a relationship between two objects or a system of things. Analogical reasoning is this setting up of a relationship between two objects with definitive similarities. Using this, we can also discover any new information about both systems.  

Almost all government examinations ask questions from Analogy. Through analogy reasoning questions, the examiners want to test the candidate’s ability to find similarities and discover new ones. 

Some common types of analogical reasoning include:

• Word Based Analogy

• Numerical Analogy

• Mixed Analogy ( Numerical and Word Based)

• Picture Based Analogy

Analogy Reasoning Questions

Let us look at some analogy reasoning questions to understand reasoning analogies better. It will allow us to understand the relationship between two objects better.

Analogy 1- Flow:River :: Stagnant: ?

1. Rain

2. Canal

3. Stream

4. Pool

Solution: The Pool is the correct answer. As water flows in a river, it stays stagnant inside a pool.

Analogy 2- Peacock:India :: ?: Russia

1. USA

2. Australia

3. Russia

4. China

Solution: 3. Russia is the correct answer. Peacock is the national animal of India. Similarly, the bear is the national animal of Russia.

Analogy 3- Country:President :: State:?

1. Governor

2. Chief Minister

3. Legislator

4. MP

Solution: 1. Governor is the correct answer. The President is the nominal head of the state, and similarly, the Governor is the nominal head of a State. 

SSC CGL General Intelligence And Reasoning Analogies

The SSC CGL general intelligence and reasoning analogies include verbal and non-verbal topics. The SSC CGL paper tests your sharpness and logical reasoning ability using analogical questions. The syllabus for the analogical reasoning is as follows:

1. General Analogies

2. Similarities and Differences

3. Visualization problems

4. Orientation problems

5. Problem-solving

6. Analysis and Judgment

7. Blood relations

8. Arithmetical reasoning

9. Number-series

10. Coding and decoding

11. Classification

General Intelligence and reasoning is asked in the Tier-I examination of SSC CGL. Out of 100 questions, 25 will be from general intelligence and reason. You get two marks for each correct response, and 0.5 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer.

SSC GD Constable Exam General Intelligence And Reasoning Analogies

The SSC GD constable exam general intelligence and reasoning analogies questions are almost similar to those in the CGL paper. You will be asked a total of 25 questions. The overall syllabus doesn’t change much, but still, we have listed the topics you need to cover:

1. General Analogy

2. Classification

3. Coding-Decoding

4. Puzzles

5. Matrix Problems

6. Ranking 

7. Clock and Calendar problems

8. Directions

9. Blood Relation

10. Number Series

11. Verbal and Non-verbal reasoning

Solving Analogical Questions

When solving analogy reasoning questions, it is critical to establish the relationship first. If you successfully establish the relationship between the two systems, solving the problem would become much easier. 

Look for these relationships between two objects or two systems of things. 

• Antonym & Synonym: Antonyms are words with opposite meanings, and synonyms are words with similar meanings. 

• Descriptive: When one word describes any feature of another.

• Process: The words define specific steps in a process.

• Objects and Function

• Category: When we put similar items in a class.

• Implied relationships

• Symbiotic relationships

  Conclusion

  Analogical reasoning tests an individual reasoning, deductive and logical ability. SSC CGL and GD constable examinations look for aspirants with a sharp and active mind. To score high on these tests, it is crucial to be familiar with these questions. You need to find the relationship between the objects to solve the problem correctly.