A series is given with one term missing. Select the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series.
SR, ON, ?, GF
- AEF
- BHI
- CKJ
- DHK
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
Let's observe the positional values of the pairs:
SR→S(19),R(18)
ON→O(15),N(14)
GF→G(7),F(6)
Notice the pattern between consecutive pairs:
From first letter of first pair to first letter of second pair: 19−4=15 (O)
Following the −4 pattern: 15−4=11, which is K.
Checking consistency: 11−4=7 (G), which matches the last term.
Similarly, for the second letters:
From second letter of first pair to second letter of second pair: 18−4=14 (N)
Following the −4 pattern: 14−4=10, which is J.
Checking consistency: 10−4=6 (F), which matches the last term.
Thus, the missing term is KJ.
SR→S(19),R(18)
ON→O(15),N(14)
GF→G(7),F(6)
Notice the pattern between consecutive pairs:
From first letter of first pair to first letter of second pair: 19−4=15 (O)
Following the −4 pattern: 15−4=11, which is K.
Checking consistency: 11−4=7 (G), which matches the last term.
Similarly, for the second letters:
From second letter of first pair to second letter of second pair: 18−4=14 (N)
Following the −4 pattern: 14−4=10, which is J.
Checking consistency: 10−4=6 (F), which matches the last term.
Thus, the missing term is KJ.