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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:

LMA, NOB, PQC, ?, STE

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

RSD

To solve this problem, we need to identify the pattern in the given series: LMA, NOB, PQC, ?, STE.

Each term in the series comprises three letters. Let's break down each term:

  • LMA: Letters are L, M, A.
  • NOB: Letters are N, O, B.
  • PQC: Letters are P, Q, C.
  • STE: Letters are S, T, E.

Analyze the sequence of the first letters:

  • L → N → P → S: The pattern is an increase by 2 in the alphabetical order.

Now, check the second letters:

  • M → O → Q → T: The pattern is an increase by 2 in the alphabetical order.

Finally, consider the third letters:

  • A → B → C → E: The pattern is an increase by 1 in the alphabetical order, except between C and E where it is 2.

Using these patterns, we find the missing term’s letters:

  • First letter: After P, increase by 2 for R.
  • Second letter: After Q, increase by 2 for S.
  • Third letter: After C, increase by 1 for D (following the earlier observed rule adjustment).

Therefore, the missing term is RSD, matching option RSD.

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