Alphabet Analogy — Consistent Shift Pattern BEGK : ADFJ :: PSVY : ?

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Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

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Introduction / Context:Letter analogies often rely on fixed positional shifts in the alphabet. Identifying the rule in the first pair and applying it to the second yields the missing term. Given Data / Assumptions: First pair: BEGK → ADFJ. Second pair: PSVY → ? Alphabet positions: A=1, B=2, …, Z=26. Concept / Approach:Compare each corresponding letter in the first pair to detect a uniform transformation. If consistent, apply the same shift to the second source string to compute the answer. Step-by-Step Solution: B(2) → A(1): shift −1.E(5) → D(4): shift −1.G(7) → F(6): shift −1.K(11) → J(10): shift −1.Hence the rule is “each letter −1.”Apply to PSVY: P→O, S→R, V→U, Y→X. Result = ORUX. Verification / Alternative check:Reversing the process (adding 1 to ADFJ) gives BEGK, confirming the detected rule and its consistency. Why Other Options Are Wrong: ROUX: First letter should be O, not R. LQUT / LOQT: These reflect different shifts and do not match the uniform −1 rule. None of the above: Incorrect because a valid option exists. Common Pitfalls:Overcomplicating the pattern or mixing different shifts. Always test simple uniform shifts first. Final Answer:ORUX

Alphabet Analogy — Consistent Shift Pattern BEGK : ADFJ :: PSVY : ?

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