Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. MIN, NJM,…

Question

Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

MIN, NJM, OKL, PLK, ?

1. A. QWS
2. B. HGF
3. C. QMJ (Correct answer)
4. D. UJH

Correct Answer

Option C — QMJ

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is QMJ.

Key Points

• Track each of the three positions separately.
• Position 1: M→N→O→P→Q (+1 each).
• Position 2: I→J→K→L→M (+1 each).
• Position 3: N→M→L→K→J (−1 each).
• Combining the next values gives QMJ.
• The trap is that the third letter moves backward while the first two move forward; treating all three columns with one rule would fail.
• Always resolve letter-cluster series column by column.