Letter sequence

Only one letter fits

A letter-sequence question that looks simple until you check the alphabet gaps.

IQFlow Pinterest pin with the letter sequence A, C, F, J, O, question mark.

Quick answer

Answer: U

The alphabet positions are 1, 3, 6, 10, and 15. The gaps are 2, 3, 4, and 5, so the next gap is 6. Fifteen plus 6 is 21, which is U.

How to use it

1

Turn each letter into its alphabet position.

2

Write the gaps between positions.

3

Notice the gaps climb by one.

4

Move 6 letters forward from O.

What this trains

Sequential reasoning
Alphabet mapping
Working memory
Rule extension

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