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Next CSE-PPT: 14 March 2027

Using standard alphabetical filing rules, which name is filed third: Rico Castro, Rica Castro, Rico Castillo, Rica Castillo?

Correct answer: B. Rica Castro

Indexed surname first, the filing order is CASTILLO, Rica → CASTILLO, Rico → CASTRO, Rica → CASTRO, Rico. The name filed third is Rica Castro. Castillo comes before Castro (i before r in the fifth letter). Within each surname, the first names decide: Rica before Rico.

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Answer and explanation

The correct answer is B. Rica Castro

Indexed surname first, the filing order is CASTILLO, Rica → CASTILLO, Rico → CASTRO, Rica → CASTRO, Rico. The name filed third is Rica Castro. Castillo comes before Castro (i before r in the fifth letter). Within each surname, the first names decide: Rica before Rico.

Topic: Alphabetical Filing Drills MCQs · Subject: Clerical Ability