In a certain code language 'MADRAS' is written as 'DAMSAR', how can 'MUMBAI' be written in that code language?

Appeared in: NHM UP Staff Nurse-2021 Shift-1st

Explanation

The established pattern is to split the six-letter word into two three-letter halves.
Each half is then reversed independently.
Applying this to 'MUMBAI', the first half 'MUM' reversed is 'MUM'.
The second half 'BAI' reversed is 'IAB'.
Combining these results in 'MUMIAB'.

Option A: This option, 'BAIUMM', incorrectly reverses the entire word ('MUMBAI' -> 'IABMUM') and then swaps the two halves.
Option C: This option, 'IABMUM', correctly reverses both halves but then incorrectly swaps their positions, placing the reversed second half before the reversed first half.
Option D: This option, 'MBIAUM', does not follow a consistent or logical pattern related to the example provided. It appears to be a random arrangement of the letters.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Logical Reasoning - Coding and Decoding as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests logical and analytical reasoning, a critical skill for nurses.
Nurses use deductive and inductive reasoning daily to assess patient conditions, interpret data, and make sound clinical judgments.
Strong problem-solving skills help in prioritizing care, troubleshooting equipment, and adapting to unexpected changes in a patient's status.

How to Approach the Question

First, carefully analyze the relationship between the original word ('MADRAS') and its coded form ('DAMSAR').
Identify the specific pattern or rule used for the transformation. Notice that the letters are the same, just rearranged.
Break the word into parts. Since it's a 6-letter word, try splitting it in half: 'MAD' and 'RAS'.
Observe what happens to each part. 'MAD' becomes 'DAM' (reversed) and 'RAS' becomes 'SAR' (reversed).
Confirm the rule: Split the word in half, reverse each half, and join them.
Apply this confirmed rule to the new word, 'MUMBAI', to derive the correct code and select the matching option.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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