Symbolic/Number Analogy
What is Symbolic/Number Analogy?
A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification, based on some similarity.
Key points
- To accurately identify and define the relationship between two given items.
- To apply the identified relationship to find a missing item.
- To develop speed and accuracy in solving analogy-based questions.
- To recognize diverse patterns in numbers, words, and symbols.
Common exam trap
Assuming a simple relationship when a more complex one exists.
Definitions
- Term
Analogy
- Meaning
A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification, based on some similarity.
- Term
Symbolic Analogy
- Meaning
Questions that use symbols, letters, or words to represent items in an analogy.
- Term
Number Analogy
- Meaning
Questions that use numerical figures to represent items in an analogy.
Learning objectives
To accurately identify and define the relationship between two given items.
To apply the identified relationship to find a missing item.
To develop speed and accuracy in solving analogy-based questions.
To recognize diverse patterns in numbers, words, and symbols.
Prerequisites
Basic vocabulary and understanding of word relationships.
Fundamental arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Knowledge of squares, cubes, and prime numbers up to a reasonable limit.
Logical reasoning and pattern recognition skills.
Common mistakes
Assuming a simple relationship when a more complex one exists.
Applying the inverse relationship instead of the direct one.
Getting confused by distractors or irrelevant information.
Making calculation errors in number analogies.
Keywords
Analogy
Number Analogy
Symbolic Analogy
Logical Reasoning
Pattern Recognition
SSC CGL
Relationship
Deduction
Practice preview
Choose the correct option that completes the analogy. 6 : 18 :: 8 : ?…
easy
Find the number that completes the given analogy. 3 : 27 :: 5 : ?…
easy
Select the number that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number. 7 : 50 :: 9 : ?…
medium