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SSAT Upper Level Verbal

Solving Real-World Problems with Analogies

Learn Solving Real-World Problems with Analogies in SSAT Upper Level Verbal from the production AIPH study guide.

Study guide topics

Vocabulary FoundationsAnalogies and RelationshipsContext Clues in SentencesComplex Analogy PatternsNuanced Vocabulary and Word RootsCritical Reading and InferenceBuilding a Daily Reading HabitUsing Vocabulary in ConversationSolving Real-World Problems with AnalogiesProcess of EliminationUsing Context to Your Advantage

Practical Applications

## Thinking Like a Detective Analogies aren’t just for tests! They help you solve problems by comparing new situations with things you already know. ### How to Use Analogies - When faced with a new problem, ask, “What is this like?” - Use analogies to explain ideas to others. ### Real-Life Examples Analogies are used in science (the heart is like a pump), business (a team is like a machine), and everyday life.

Examples

  • Explaining that a computer virus is like a real virus helps people understand both.
  • Comparing teamwork to a sports team helps classmates work better together.
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