SAT Vocab Builder

Answer: Choice (B) is correct.

In the initial pair in the analogy, frugal and parsimonious are synonyms that mean thrifty and prudent with money. Therefore, look for the answer pair that contains synonyms. In choice (A), noncommittal means evasive or unrevealing, not distinct. In choice (C), nebulous means hazy or ill-defined, not precise, so eliminate that choice. In choice (D), precipitous means steep or abrupt, not gentle. In choice (B), laconic means short and terse, so that is the correct choice.