Question

Cord, Industry, Cricket, Rate — choose the alternative associated with all four clues.

• A. Circle
• B. Music
• C. Strike
• D. Birds
• E. Production

Hint:

When given mixed contexts like sports, industry, and music, look for a versatile verb like “strike.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the clues.
Each clue forms a known phrase with “strike”: cord strike (striking a chord), industry strike (workers’ strike), cricket strike (strike rate), rate strike (strike rate).
Step 2: Evaluate each option.
(A) Circle – Does not connect with all clues.
(B) Music – Only fits with cord (chord progression).
(C) Strike – Matches: strike rate (cricket), industry strike, strike a chord (cord), and rate strike.
(D) Birds – Unrelated.
(E) Production – Fits industry but not others.
Step 3: Conclusion.
“Strike” forms meaningful combinations with all four clues.