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Choose the word that best completes the analogy: CATALYST is to REACTION as INCENTIVE is to .

1. REWARD
2. ACTION
3. DELAY
4. BONUS

Answer

B. ACTION

Solution

A CATALYST speeds up a reaction; an INCENTIVE spurs action.

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