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Letters for Numbers 2

Letters for numbers puzzles help pupils practise logical rules. These questions build confidence with patterns and are a key part of 11 Plus Verbal Reasoning preparation.

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Fascinating Fact:

Codes like this were used in wartime to send secret messages that enemies could not easily read.

In 11 Plus Verbal Reasoning, pupils solve puzzles where letters stand for numbers. These strengthen logical thinking, improve working memory, and prepare learners for exam-style reasoning challenges.

Key Terms

Cycle: A repeating pattern that goes round again after reaching the end.
Sequence: An ordered list of items that follow a particular rule.
Logic: Clear reasoning used to find the solution to a problem.

Parents can read more in our guide on 11 Plus courses and materials.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a letters for numbers puzzle?

It is a reasoning puzzle where letters represent numbers, and pupils must use logic to spot the hidden rule in the sequence or problem.

Why do repeating cycles appear in puzzles?

Repeating cycles, like A B C A B C, test whether pupils can recognise when a pattern restarts. This develops sharper attention to detail.

How can pupils get better at these puzzles?

Regular practice with quizzes and sample tests helps pupils spot rules quickly. Starting with simple patterns before harder ones builds skill and confidence.

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Example: What is the answer to the sum below, written as a letter?

A = 5, B = 14, C = 12, D = 13, E = 3
A + C - E = ?

A
B
C
E

Answer: The correct answer is B. If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 5 + 12 - 3, which = 14. 14 = B.

1 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

V = 32, E = 5, R = 18, Y = 25
E x E + Y - R

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 5 x 5 + 25 - 18, which = 32. 32 = V. Interesting number alert! The 5 times tables always end in 5 or 0. 5, 10, 15, 20, 25

2 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

C = 3, O = 4, D = 5, E = 25
C x C + (O x O) ÷ D

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 3 x 3 + 4 x 4 ÷ 5, which = 5. 5 = D. Interesting number alert! Squaring the numbers 3 and 4 (9 and 16) and adding them, gives you the square of 5. So 3² + 4² = 5²

3 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

T = 11, I = 99, N = 9, Y = 1
I ÷ T ÷ N x Y

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 99 ÷ 11 ÷ 9 x 1, which = 1. 1 = Y. Interesting number alert! The 11 times tables (up to 11 x 11) are all palindromes (they read the same forwards and backwards)

4 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

S = 22, C = 27, U = 45, N = 5
U ÷ (C - S) x N

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 45 ÷ (27 - 22) x 5, which = 45. 45 = U

5 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

H = 3, A = 12, R = 15, D = 2
H + A x D ÷ R

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 3 + 12 x 2 ÷ 15, which = 2. 2 = U

6 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

B = 20, U = 4, L = 32, K = 16
L ÷ U + K - B

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 32 ÷ 4 + 16 - B , which = 4. 4 = U. Interesting number alert! 4 is a very important number in our culture. We have four seasons in a year and four school terms in a school year

7 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

P = 3, A = 27, L = 6, E = 9
P x E ÷ A x L

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 3 x 9 ÷ 27 x 6, which = 6. 6 = L

8 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

M = 5, I = 3, L = 2 , K = 15
K ÷ M + L

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 15 ÷ 5 + 2, which = 5. 5 = M. Interesting number alert! 2 and 5 are the only prime numbers that end with a 2 or a five

9 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

B = 5, A = 8, I = 3, T = 6
I + A - T + I

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 3 + 8 - 6 + 3, which = 8. 8 = A

10 .

What is the answer to the sum, written as a letter?

T = 8, Y = 4, R = 12 , E = 2
T x Y ÷ E - R

If we translate all the letters into numbers, our new sum is 8 x 4 ÷ 2 - 12, which = 4. 4 = Y. Interesting number alert! 4 is the only number where the letters that spell it is equal to its value

Author: Stephen O'Hara