Paris : France :: Tokyo...?

Appeared in: MNS 2015

Explanation

This question presents a word analogy based on the 'Capital : Country' relationship.
The first pair, 'Paris : France', establishes this pattern, as Paris is the capital of France.
Applying this pattern, Tokyo is the capital city of Japan, making it the correct answer.

Option A: This is incorrect. The capital of England is London, not Tokyo.
Option B: This is incorrect. The capital of China is Beijing, not Tokyo.
Option D: This is incorrect. The capital of South Korea is Seoul, not Tokyo.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Word Analogy (Capital-Country Relationship) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This type of question assesses logical reasoning and general knowledge, skills that are essential for problem-solving in any field, including nursing.
While not a clinical question, the ability to identify patterns and relationships is a foundational cognitive skill tested in many nursing entrance examinations.
What if the question was 'Rome : Italy :: Lisbon : ?'? The relationship remains 'Capital : Country'. Since Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, the answer would be Portugal.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the relationship between the first pair of words ('Paris' and 'France').
Recognize that Paris is the capital city of the country France. The relationship is 'Capital : Country'.
Apply the same relationship to the second part of the analogy. The question asks for the country whose capital is 'Tokyo'.
Recall or deduce from your general knowledge that Tokyo is the capital of Japan.
Select the option that correctly completes this 'Capital : Country' pattern.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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Practise the full MNS 2015

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