CAT · Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
Linear, circular and rectangular arrangements with conditions.
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Q1 · Seating Arrangement · MEDIUM
Seven people – P, Q, R, S, T, U, and V – are sitting in a straight row facing north. The following conditions apply: • P sits at one of the extreme ends • T sits third to the right of P • Q sits exactly between S and U • R sits second to the left of V • S does not sit at either end Who sits at the other extreme end?
Q2 · Seating Arrangement · HARD
Eight people – A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H – are sitting around a circular table facing the center. The following conditions apply: • A sits second to the left of D • C sits third to the right of A • E and F are immediate neighbors • G sits second to the right of B • H does not sit next to A or D • B and D are not neighbors Who sits immediately to the left of C?
Q3 · Seating Arrangement · MEDIUM
Eight executives—A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H—are sitting around a circular table facing the center. A sits third to the right of D. B sits second to the left of A. E sits immediately next to B. G sits opposite to C. F does not sit next to D. H sits second to the right of G. Who sits immediately to the right of C?
Q4 · Seating Arrangement · HARD
Eight executives – P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, and W – are sitting around a circular table for a meeting. Some face the centre while others face outward. The following information is known: • P sits third to the right of Q • R sits second to the left of S, and both face the same direction • T and U are immediate neighbors, and they face opposite directions • V sits exactly between P and W • Exactly four executives face the centre • Q faces outward and is not adjacent to R If S faces the centre, which of the following must be true?
Q5 · Seating Arrangement · MEDIUM
Six friends – A, B, C, D, E, and F – are sitting in a row facing north (not necessarily in that order). The following information is known: • A sits third to the left of D • B sits at one of the extreme ends • C sits second to the right of E • F is not adjacent to B Who sits at the other extreme end?