✅ Option a — I is third to the left of K.
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
5 Marks
Key Topics
Linear & Circular Seating Arrangements
A crucial part of the Logical Reasoning section. It tests spatial reasoning through linear arrangements (people sitting in a row) and circular arrangements. Students must decode right/left orientation based on the direction individuals face (North, South, or Center).
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Always use abbreviations (A, B, C) and draw the diagram immediately. The key trick is to never start with a 'relative' clue; always start with a fixed, concrete clue (e.g., 'A sits at the extreme right').
Who are the left of C ?
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What is the position of A ?
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