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Question
The words in the bottom row are related in the same way as the words in the top row. Fill in the blank.
If Ocean: Waves, then Desert: ——————
Options
Water
Sand
Brave
Sand dunes
Solution
If Ocean: Waves, then Desert: Sand dunes
Explanation:
As waves are generated in Ocean, Similarly Sand dunes are generated in Desert.
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