Some letters are numbered as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. In the options, four possible arrangements of these numbers are given. Choose the option so that the letters form a meaningful word?

REOFTS

123456

1. A

   615423

2. B

   261534

3. C

   521364

4. D

   436521

Appeared in: DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

• The question requires arranging a set of jumbled letters (REOFTS) into a meaningful word using numbered sequences.
• The letters are mapped as R=1, E=2, O=3, F=4, T=5, S=6.
• The sequence 436521 corresponds to the letters F-O-S-T-E-R.
• FOSTER is a meaningful English word, making this the correct arrangement.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: The sequence 615423 arranges the letters as S-R-T-F-E-O, which forms the nonsensical word 'SRTFEO'.
• Option B: The sequence 261534 arranges the letters as E-S-R-T-O-F, which forms the nonsensical word 'ESRTOF'.
• Option C: The sequence 521364 arranges the letters as T-E-R-O-S-F, which forms the nonsensical word 'TEROSF'.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Jumbled Letters/Word Formation as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• This question type tests logical reasoning and vocabulary, which are components of general intelligence assessments often included in nursing entrance and recruitment exams.
• While not directly clinical, strong problem-solving skills are essential for nurses in making quick, logical decisions in patient care.
• What if the letters were different, e.g., 'T, C, A' numbered 1, 2, 3? The approach would be the same: test sequences like 213 (CAT) or 123 (TCA) to find a meaningful word.

How to Approach the Question

• First, carefully map each letter to its given number. Create a simple table or list for clarity (R=1, E=2, etc.).
• Take the first option's numerical sequence (e.g., 615423).
• Substitute each number in the sequence with its corresponding letter (6=S, 1=R, 5=T, ...).
• Read the resulting string of letters ('SRTFEO') and determine if it's a meaningful word.
• Repeat this process for all four options.
• The option that results in a recognizable English word is the correct answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Jumbled Letters/Word Formation
• Stem keywords: letters, numbered, meaningful word, REOFTS
• Lead-in keywords: Choose the option

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