In each of the following questions, 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.
BOX :ANW :: FIX : ?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Check BOX → ANW
Letter values:
B(2) → A(1) = −1
O(15) → N(14) = −1
X(24) → W(23) = −1
Pattern: −1 each letter
Apply to FIX
F(6) → E(5)
I(9) → H(8)
X(24) → W(23)
Hence, the correct answer is option 1.