Analogies - Verbal and Reasoning

Directions to SolveA good way to figure out the relationship in a given question is to make up a sentence that describes the relationship between the first two words. Then, try to use the same sentence to find out which of the answer choices completes the same relationship with the third word.
Q1:

Odometer is to mileage as compass is to

A speed

B hiking

C needle

D direction

ANS:D - direction

An odometer is an instrument used to measure mileage. A compass is an instrument used to determine direction. Choices a, b, and c are incorrect because none is an instrument.