Select the option that is related to the third term on the same basis as the second term is related to the first term.
TNE : WKH :: PMD : ?

Appeared in: DSSSB - 29 August 2019 (Shift-1)

Explanation

The question requires identifying the pattern in the first pair of letter groups (TNE:WKH) and applying it to the second pair (PMD:?).
The pattern is determined by the positional shift of each letter in the alphabet.
T to W is a +3 shift (T is the 20th letter, W is the 23rd).
N to K is a -3 shift (N is the 14th letter, K is the 11th).
E to H is a +3 shift (E is the 5th letter, H is the 8th).
Applying this +3, -3, +3 pattern to PMD gives: P+3=S, M-3=J, D+3=G. The result is SJG.

Option A: This option does not follow the established '+3, -3, +3' pattern. The shifts are P to B (-14), M to L (-1), and D to J (+6), which is an inconsistent pattern.
Option B: This option incorrectly applies a consistent '+3' shift to all letters (P+3=S, M+3=P, D+3=G). The pattern requires an alternating shift.
Option C: This option does not follow the '+3, -3, +3' pattern. The shifts are P to R (+2), M to K (-2), and D to M (+9), which is an inconsistent and incorrect pattern.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Letter Analogy and Logical Reasoning as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question assesses logical and analytical reasoning skills, which are part of the General Intelligence section of nursing entrance exams.
While not a clinical question, strong reasoning skills are crucial for nurses in clinical decision-making, problem-solving, and interpreting complex patient data.
What if the pattern was TNE:HKS? The shifts would be T(20) to H(8) = -12, N(14) to K(11) = -3, E(5) to S(19) = +14. Applying this to PMD would result in D(P-12), J(M-3), R(D+14), making the answer DJR.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the question as a letter analogy problem where you need to find a hidden pattern.
Analyze the relationship between the first pair of terms, TNE and WKH, by examining each corresponding letter.
For easier analysis, convert each letter to its numerical position in the alphabet (e.g., A=1, B=2, ...).
Calculate the difference in position: T(20) to W(23) is +3; N(14) to K(11) is -3; E(5) to H(8) is +3.
Once the pattern (+3, -3, +3) is established, apply it to the third term, PMD.
Calculate the new letters: P(16)+3 = S(19); M(13)-3 = J(10); D(4)+3 = G(7).

Concept Tested & Keywords

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