AKM is related to DNP in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, BTS is related to EWV. To which of the following is LGK related following the same logic?
OJN
Understanding Alphabetical Analogy
This question is an example of an alphabetical analogy, often found in logical reasoning or verbal ability tests. It requires identifying the relationship between a pair of letter groups based on their position or arrangement in the English alphabet and applying the same relationship to another letter group.
Identifying the Relationship: AKM to DNP
Let's analyze the relationship between the first pair of letter groups, AKM and DNP. We can look at the position of each letter in the English alphabet:
- A is the 1st letter. D is the 4th letter.
- K is the 11th letter. N is the 14th letter.
- M is the 13th letter. P is the 16th letter.
Let's look at the difference in their positions:
- A to D: $4 - 1 = 3$
- K to N: $14 - 11 = 3$
- M to P: $16 - 13 = 3$
It appears that each letter in AKM is shifted forward by 3 positions in the alphabet to get the corresponding letter in DNP.
Verifying the Pattern: BTS to EWV
Now, let's check if the same $+3$ shift pattern applies to the second pair, BTS and EWV:
- B is the 2nd letter. E is the 5th letter. Shift: $5 - 2 = 3$
- T is the 20th letter. W is the 23rd letter. Shift: $23 - 20 = 3$
- S is the 19th letter. V is the 22nd letter. Shift: $22 - 19 = 3$
The pattern holds true. Each letter in BTS is shifted forward by 3 positions to get the corresponding letter in EWV.
Applying the Pattern to LGK
We need to apply the same $+3$ shift pattern to LGK to find the related letter group. Let's find the position of each letter in LGK and add 3:
- L is the 12th letter. Shifted position: $12 + 3 = 15$th letter. The 15th letter is O.
- G is the 7th letter. Shifted position: $7 + 3 = 10$th letter. The 10th letter is J.
- K is the 11th letter. Shifted position: $11 + 3 = 14$th letter. The 14th letter is N.
So, LGK is related to OJN.
Summary of Transformations
| Original Letter Group | Transformed Letter Group | Transformation Logic |
|---|---|---|
| A (1st) | D (4th) | $+3$ positions |
| K (11th) | N (14th) | $+3$ positions |
| M (13th) | P (16th) | $+3$ positions |
| B (2nd) | E (5th) | $+3$ positions |
| T (20th) | W (23rd) | $+3$ positions |
| S (19th) | V (22nd) | $+3$ positions |
| L (12th) | O (15th) | $+3$ positions |
| G (7th) | J (10th) | $+3$ positions |
| K (11th) | N (14th) | $+3$ positions |
Conclusion
Following the pattern where each letter is shifted forward by 3 positions in the English alphabetical order, LGK is related to OJN.
Revision Table: Alphabetical Patterns
| Concept | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabetical Position | Each letter has a numerical position (A=1, B=2, ..., Z=26). | C=3, X=24 |
| Shift Pattern | Adding or subtracting a fixed number from the letter's position. | A $\xrightarrow{+1}$ B, Z $\xrightarrow{+1}$ A (cyclic) |
| Reverse Order | Using the reverse alphabetical order (A=26, B=25, ..., Z=1). | A in reverse is Z, B in reverse is Y |
| Mixed Patterns | Applying different rules or shifts to different letters within a group. | ABC $\xrightarrow{+1, +2, +3}$ BDF |
Additional Information: Coding-Decoding Basics
Coding-Decoding questions assess your ability to decipher a rule or pattern and apply it. Common types include:
- Letter Coding: Letters are replaced by other letters based on a specific rule (like the shift pattern seen here).
- Number Coding: Words or letters are represented by numbers.
- Symbol Coding: Letters or words are replaced by symbols.
- Mixed Coding: A combination of letter, number, and symbol coding.
To solve these problems effectively, it's helpful to know the alphabetical positions of letters and be comfortable performing simple arithmetic operations.
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