FAQs on Position of Letter After Rearrangement

Question 1

1. How do I find the new position of a letter when words are rearranged alphabetically?

Accepted Answer

Ans. When letters in a word are rearranged alphabetically, identify the target letter's position in the original word, then count its placement in the alphabetical sequence. For example, in 'CHAIR' rearranged to 'ACHIR', the letter 'H' moves from position 4 to position 3. Use systematic counting of letters before and after your target letter to determine its new position accurately.

Question 2

2. What's the trick to solve letter position problems quickly in SSC CGL exams?

Accepted Answer

Ans. The fastest method involves two steps: first, list all letters alphabetically; second, match your target letter's position in this sorted arrangement. Practise identifying vowels versus consonants beforehand, as they often rearrange in specific patterns. Mock tests and visual worksheets help build speed-refer to EduRev's flashcards and MCQ tests designed specifically for position of letter after rearrangement questions.

Question 3

3. Why do letters change positions differently when arranged in reverse order versus alphabetical order?

Accepted Answer

Ans. Reverse order rearrangement places the last letter first, shifting all positions from the end backwards. Alphabetical rearrangement follows A-Z sequence, creating entirely different positional shifts. The letter's original position becomes irrelevant in both cases; only its relationship to other letters matters. Understanding this distinction prevents mixing up formulas for different rearrangement types.

Question 4

4. Can the position of a letter stay the same after rearrangement in alphabetical order?

Accepted Answer

Ans. Yes, a letter's position can remain unchanged if it naturally belongs in that spot within the alphabetical sequence. For instance, in 'BAD' rearranged alphabetically to 'ABD', the letter 'D' stays at position 3. This occurs when a letter's original position matches its alphabetical rank among all letters in the word.

Question 5

5. How do I handle rearrangement problems when multiple identical letters appear in a word?

Accepted Answer

Ans. When duplicate letters exist, treat each occurrence separately and count positions individually. For example, in 'LETTER', both 'T's must be tracked independently through the rearrangement process. Focus on the specific instance mentioned in the question rather than treating identical letters as a single unit. Refer to mind maps on EduRev that break down complex letter position scenarios with repeated characters.

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