SSAT Analogies Question 486: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 486

14. Hold is to grip as

  • A. jump is to bounce
  • B. jog is to sprint
  • C. drive is to fast
  • D. speak is to tell

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B is correct. This sequence presents an analogy of contrasts and asks you to find the degree of difference. To hold something denotes a less intense commitment to the object than to grip something does. Similarly, jogging denotes putting less effort into running than sprinting does.

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