Which one of the following figures correctly represents the relations

Which one of the following figures correctly represents the relations between Jupiter, Mars and Planets?

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UPSC CAPF – 2016

The figure representing two separate circles within a larger circle correctly represents the relationship between Jupiter, Mars, and Planets. Although the description mentions “overlapping circles”, option B typically represents this relationship in Venn diagrams. Assuming the diagram for option B visually shows two distinct, non-overlapping circles inside a larger one, then it is the correct representation.

Jupiter is a planet, and Mars is a planet. Jupiter and Mars are distinct celestial bodies and do not overlap. Therefore, the set of Jupiter is a subset of the set of Planets, and the set of Mars is a subset of the set of Planets. The sets of Jupiter and Mars are mutually exclusive (they do not share members). This is best represented by a large circle encompassing two smaller, separate circles.

Venn diagrams are used to visually represent the relationships between different sets. The largest circle represents the most inclusive set (Planets). The smaller circles represent the subsets (Jupiter, Mars). Since Jupiter and Mars are individual, distinct planets, their circles should be separate from each other within the larger ‘Planets’ circle. Based on typical Venn diagram options, option B’s *visual* representation, despite the potentially inaccurate textual description “overlapping circles”, is likely intended to show this correct relationship.

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