What is the position of the word "PLANK" when the following words are arranged alphabetically?
1. PLAN
2. PLACARD
3. PLANK
4. PLAIN
5. PLANT
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Words: PLAN, PLACARD, PLANK, PLAIN, PLANT
Arrange alphabetically:
All start with PLA, so compare next letters:
PLACARD (C)
PLAIN (I)
PLAN (N)
PLANK (K after PLAN)
PLANT (T after PLAN)
Final order:
PLACARD, PLAIN, PLAN, PLANK, PLANT
Position of PLANK: 4th
Hence, the correct answer is option 2.