In each of the following question, a pair of words (letter sequences) is given on the left-hand side of the double colon (::), which follows a certain alphabetical pattern. Identify the logic in the first pair and apply the same logic to the third word to find the correct corresponding word from the options.
BED : EGE :: LEG : ?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
BED → EGE
Observe pattern:
B → E (+3)
E → G (+2)
D → E (+1)
So pattern is: +3, +2, +1
Now apply to LEG:
L +3 → O
E +2 → G
G +1 → H
Hence, the correct answer is option 3.