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A series is given, with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series:

deb, ijg, nol, ? , xyz

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2016 (Tier 1) Previous Year Question Paper (11-Sep-2016) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is

stq

The given series: deb, ijg, nol, ?, xyz.

Each term in the series follows a specific pattern involving alphabetical progression. Let's break down each step:

  • "deb": The pattern here can be identified by observing the sequence of letters: d (4th), e (5th), b (2nd) in the alphabet.
  • "ijg": Follows the same pattern with i (9th), j (10th), g (7th).
  • "nol": Similarly, n (14th), o (15th), l (12th).

The pattern follows an increment of +5 for each subsequent letter from its predecessor in each term within the series.

Analysis of the next term:

  • The letter after "l" (12th) is q (which is 12 + 5 = 17th letter); o(15th) + 5 = t (20th letter); n (14th) + 5 = s (19th letter).

The correct sequence thus becomes: stq.

debijgnolstqxyz

The series is completed with the term "stq".

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