If CAT = 24, DOG = 26, then BAT = ?

Appeared in: AIIMS Delhi NO- 2019

Explanation

The problem follows a simple coding rule where each word's value is the sum of the alphabetical positions of its letters (e.g., A=1, B=2, C=3...).
The pattern is confirmed with the examples: CAT = C(3) + A(1) + T(20) = 24, and DOG = D(4) + O(15) + G(7) = 26.
Applying this rule to BAT, we calculate the sum of its letters' positions: B(2) + A(1) + T(20) = 23.

Option A: This value is incorrect. It does not equal the sum of the alphabetical positions of B(2), A(1), and T(20).
Option C: This value is incorrect. It does not equal the sum of the alphabetical positions of B(2), A(1), and T(20).
Option D: This value is incorrect. It does not equal the sum of the alphabetical positions of B(2), A(1), and T(20).

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Alphabetical coding and logical reasoning as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While not a clinical question, it assesses logical reasoning and pattern recognition, which are fundamental skills for nurses.
Nurses use pattern recognition daily to interpret vital signs, lab results, and patient symptoms to identify potential health problems.
Strong analytical skills help in making sound clinical judgments and prioritizing care effectively.

How to Approach the Question

First, analyze the given examples (CAT = 24, DOG = 26) to identify a consistent relationship between the words and the numbers.
Formulate a hypothesis. A common pattern in such questions is assigning numerical values to letters based on their alphabetical order (A=1, B=2, etc.).
Test the hypothesis: For CAT, C=3, A=1, T=20. Sum = 3+1+20 = 24. This matches. For DOG, D=4, O=15, G=7. Sum = 4+15+7 = 26. This also matches.
Since the pattern is confirmed, apply the same rule to the word in the question (BAT).
Calculate the sum for BAT: B=2, A=1, T=20. Sum = 2+1+20 = 23.
Select the option that matches your calculated result.

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