Letter-ordering (forms a meaningful English word): Given letters with fixed positions — X(1) O(2) M(3) L(4) C(5) P(6) E(7) — which index sequence produces a valid word?
Verbal Reasoning
Logical Deduction
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A3, 4, 7, 6, 1, 5, 2
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B4, 2, 3, 7, 1, 6, 5
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C5, 2, 3, 6, 4, 1, 7
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D5, 2, 3, 6, 4, 7, 1
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: 5, 2, 3, 6, 4, 7, 1
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Pick an index sequence to form a known English word from the fixed sequence X(1), O(2), M(3), L(4), C(5), P(6), E(7).
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Indices map 1→X, 2→O, 3→M, 4→L, 5→C, 6→P, 7→E.
Concept / Approach:The natural target is “COMPLEX.”
Step-by-Step Solution:Option D: 5,2,3,6,4,7,1 → C, O, M, P, L, E, X = “COMPLEX”.
Verification / Alternative check:Compare letters and positions; all letters used once; spelling correct.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They yield non-words or misordered strings.
Common Pitfalls:Swapping PX or ending on E instead of X.
Final Answer:5, 2, 3, 6, 4, 7, 1