In each of the following questions, a group of three numbers/symbols is given in each option. Identify the group that does NOT follow the same pattern as the others.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Option 4 is correct (it is the group that does NOT follow the pattern).
Pattern Analysis:
Letter Sequence:
- Option 1: M, N, O (Consecutive letters: +1, +1)
- Option 2: P, Q, R (Consecutive letters: +1, +1)
- Option 3: M, N, O (Consecutive letters: +1, +1)
- Option 4: U, X, Y (Non-consecutive letters: +3, +1) → Odd one out
Since Option 4 fails to maintain the consecutive alphabet sequence shared by all other options, it is the correct answer.