Question

If a Teacher uses the example of ripples in water to teach the concept of wave theory, it is

• A. Graphic organiser
• B. Hypothesis
• C. Analogy
• D. Reflection

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Analogy

• Analogy: An analogy involves comparing two different things that share some similarities in order to explain a complex or abstract concept by relating it to something familiar.

• Using observable water ripples to help students understand the properties of abstract wave theory is a classic pedagogical use of an analogy.

• Graphic organiser: A visual tool (like a flowchart or Venn diagram) used to structure information.

• Hypothesis: A tentative, testable prediction or explanation for an observation.

• Reflection: The bouncing back of light, sound, or heat waves off a surface (not a teaching method).