Analogy (A1Z26 complement): IE : RV :: KC : ____. Rule: map each letter to 27 − position (A=1 … Z=26).

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: PX

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Given IE → RV, note that I(9) maps to R(18) and E(5) maps to V(22). Each pair sums to 27: 9+18=27, 5+22=27. Apply the same to KC.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • K=11 → 27−11=16 → P.
  • C=3 → 27−3=24 → X.


Concept / Approach:
Use the 27-complement (Atbash-like) mapping independently per letter.



Step-by-Step Solution:
K → P; C → X → result “PX”.



Verification / Alternative check:
Sum positions: 11+16=27; 3+24=27.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They do not satisfy the 27-sum complement rule for both letters.



Common Pitfalls:
Applying a single shift rather than the complement mapping.



Final Answer:
PX.

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