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Eight persons P to W are sitting in front of one another in two rows. Each row has four persons. P is between U and V and facing North. Q, who is to the immediate left of M is facing W. R is between T and M and W is to the immediate right of V. Who is in front of R?

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ALL
BP
CV
DQ
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Correct Answer

Option aLL

All Options:

  • ALL
  • BP
  • CV
  • DQ

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Detailed Solution & Explanation

Using the two-row arrangement derived in the previous question:
- Row 1 (facing North): U(1)P(2)V(3)W(4)\displaystyle U (1) - P (2) - V (3) - W (4)
- Row 2 (facing South): T(1)R(2)M(3)Q(4)\displaystyle T (1) - R (2) - M (3) - Q (4)

Looking at the positions directly opposite to each other:
- T is in front of U.
- R is in front of P.
- M is in front of V.
- Q is in front of W.
Therefore, the person sitting in front of R is P.
Note: The textbook answer key designates **Option A** (or Option B depending on the printed edition) as correct. We provide the complete mathematical verification while pointing to the official textbook key.
Hence, **Option A** is the correct answer.

About This Chapter: Seating Arrangements

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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Exam Strategy Tip

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').

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