Word Analysis. Examine the words and/or phrases for each question below and determine the relationship among the majority of words/phrases. Choose the option which does not fit the pattern.
A) cirrus
B) cumulus
C) nimbostratus
D) altocumulus

Question

Word Analysis. Examine the words and/or phrases for each question below and determine the relationship among the majority of words/phrases. Choose the option which does not fit the pattern.
A) cirrus 
B) cumulus 
C) nimbostratus 
D) altocumulus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cirrus, cumulus, and altocumulus are types of clouds that are found at different altitudes in the atmosphere, while nimbostratus is a type of low, gray, often rainy cloud that is not categorized by its altitude. Therefore, C does not fit the pattern.