Abstract reasoning is the ability to analyze information, detect patterns, and solve problems on complex intangible levels. Everything is not concrete and able to be seen, felt, or heard. Often things must be thought about in an abstract way. Some of the best examples of abstract reasoning include phrases like ‘a rolling stone gathers no moss’, ‘you can catch more flies with honey than vinegar’, and ‘people living in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones’.
All of these phrases use a tangible example to represent an intangible concept. If you don’t settle down you can’t have a stable life, it’s better to be kind than not, and you should not judge other people if you have things about yourself that are not perfect.
