BUOP is related to FYST in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, RKEF is related to VOIJ. To which of the following options is DWQR related, following the same logic?

Appeared in: RRB Nsg. Superintendent -29 April-2025 (shift-2nd)

Explanation

The question establishes a pattern where each letter in a group is shifted forward by a fixed number of positions in the alphabet.
The pattern identified in the pairs BUOP → FYST and RKEF → VOIJ is a consistent +4 shift for each letter.
Applying this +4 shift to DWQR: D+4=H, W+4=A (wrapping around from Z), Q+4=U, R+4=V.
This calculation correctly yields HAUV.

Option B: This option incorrectly swaps the last two letters. The correct sequence is U then V, not V then U.
Option C: This option has the second letter as V instead of A and also swaps the last two letters. The shift for W should be W+4=A.
Option D: This option has the second letter as U and the last letter as T. The shift for W is W+4=A, not U, and the shift for R is R+4=V, not T.

Visual 1: Table - A table showing the 26 letters of the English alphabet and their corresponding numerical positions (A=1, B=2, etc.). This helps in visualizing the +4 shift for each letter in the problem.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Logical Reasoning - Letter Analogy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question type is not directly related to clinical nursing practice.
It assesses logical and analytical reasoning skills, which are crucial for problem-solving, critical thinking, and making sound judgments in any professional field, including nursing.
These skills are essential for interpreting data, identifying patterns in patient symptoms, and prioritizing care effectively.

How to Approach the Question

First, analyze the relationship between the letters in the first given pair (BUOP and FYST).
Determine the pattern by comparing the position of each letter in the alphabet. For example, B is the 2nd letter and F is the 6th, a difference of +4.
Verify if this same pattern holds true for the second pair (RKEF and VOIJ). Check each letter: R+4=V, K+4=O, E+4=I, F+4=J. The +4 pattern is consistent.
Apply the confirmed pattern (+4 shift) to the target group (DWQR).
Calculate the new letters: D+4=H, W+4=A, Q+4=U, R+4=V.
Compare your result (HAUV) with the given options to find the correct answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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