There is a certain relationship between the first two terms. Which of the following options is related to the fourth term in the same way? BGMR : LQWB :: __ ? __ : EXCT

1. A

   UNSK

2. B

   UNSJ

3. C

   UMSJ

4. D

   UNRJ

Appeared in: BHU NO - 12 April 2024

Explanation

• The core logic of this analogy is a consistent alphabetical shift between the letter pairs.
• The relationship between BGMR and LQWB is a uniform forward shift of +10 positions for each corresponding letter.
• To find the missing term that relates to EXCT in the same way, the pattern must be reversed.
• Applying a backward shift of -10 positions to each letter in EXCT (E, X, C, T) results in the letters U, N, S, and J, respectively.
• Therefore, the missing term is UNSJ.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: The first three letters (U, N, S) correctly follow the -10 shift rule. However, the last letter 'K' is incorrect. A -10 shift from 'T' (20) results in 'J' (10), not 'K' (11).
• Option C: The second letter 'M' is incorrect. A -10 shift from 'X' (24) results in 'N' (14), not 'M' (13).
• Option D: The third letter 'R' is incorrect. A -10 shift from 'C' (3 or 29) results in 'S' (19), not 'R' (18).

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Logical Reasoning - Alphabetical Analogy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• While not a clinical question, this type of logical reasoning assesses pattern recognition and critical thinking, which are essential skills for nurses.
• Nurses use similar deductive reasoning to interpret trends in vital signs, lab results, or a patient's response to medication, allowing for proactive care.
• This skill helps in quickly identifying deviations from expected patterns, which could indicate a change in a patient's condition.

How to Approach the Question

• First, identify the question as an alphabetical analogy in the format A : B :: C : D, where you need to find C.
• Analyze the relationship between the first pair of terms (BGMR and LQWB). The most common patterns involve shifting letters by a fixed number, reversing letters, or using opposite letter pairs.
• Convert each letter to its numerical position in the alphabet (A=1, B=2, etc.) to easily identify mathematical patterns.
• Calculate the difference in position for each corresponding letter (B to L, G to Q). In this case, you'll find a consistent +10 shift.
• Remember that the alphabet is cyclical. When a shift goes past Z (26), it wraps around to A (1). For example, R(18) + 10 = 28, which is the 2nd letter, B.
• Apply the identified rule in reverse to the second pair, since you are finding the first term (C) from the second term (D). Subtract 10 from the position of each letter in EXCT.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Logical Reasoning - Alphabetical Analogy
• Stem keywords: relationship, BGMR, LQWB, EXCT, analogy
• Lead-in keywords: Which of the following options

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