Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: K
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Classic jumbled-word problem: rearrange letters to form a familiar bird's name and report the last letter.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Look for recognizable clusters like "pea", "cock", or common bird names that can be formed from the multiset of letters (two Cs present).
Step-by-Step Solution:
Group letters to test "pea" + "cock" → PEA + COCK.Rearrange: P E A C O C K → PEACOCK.Confirm we used each letter exactly once (including both Cs).Identify the final letter of "PEACOCK": K.Verification / Alternative check:No other common bird uses exactly these letters with two Cs and one K; PEACOCK is a unique, high-frequency match.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:Missing the second C or misspelling "PEACOCK".
Final Answer:K
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