Arrange the following in order of increasing connotation. Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

1.Fielder

2.Ball player

3.Baseball player

4.Athlete

A2, 3, 1, 4

B2, 1, 3, 4

C4, 2, 3, 1 ✓ Correct

D1, 3, 2, 4

Correct answer: (C) 4, 2, 3, 1

Explanation

Increasing connotation runs from the most general term to the most specific.

Athlete implies the fewest attributes and opens the series.

Ball player adds the mark of playing with a ball.

Baseball player narrows further to one sport, adding more attributes.

Fielder, most specific, closes it: Athlete, ball player, baseball player, fielder.

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