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Five people A, B, C, D and E are seated about a round table. Every chair is spaced equidistant from adjacent chairs. I. E is seated next to A. II. B is seated two seats from D. III. B is not seated next to A. Which of the following must be true? (I) D is seated next to B. (II) E is seated next to A. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Options

AOnly I
BOnly II
CBoth I and II
DNeither I nor II
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Correct Answer

Option dNeither I nor II

All Options:

  • AOnly I
  • BOnly II
  • CBoth I and II
  • DNeither I nor II

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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