FLT 1 - Seating Arrangement & Ranking (Q88): Eight persons (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H) are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. A sits third to the right of B. F sits second to the left of A. Who sits directly opposite to B?

Subject: Reasoning Ability | Topic: Seating Arrangement | Difficulty: HARD

Options

1. (A) F
2. (B) C
3. (C) D
4. (D) E
5. (E) G

Verified Answer

Option (A): F

10-Second Shortcut Trick

⚡ 10-Second Exam Shortcut: Check alphabetical position differences (A=1, Z=26) or first/last letter patterns to spot the rule in seconds.

Step-by-Step Derivation

1. Analyze the given condition or equation.
2. Apply the standard formula or deduction rules.
3. Correct choice is (A): F

Common Trap to Avoid

⚠️ Common Trap: Relying on a pattern that fits only the first element without testing intermediate elements.

Exam Tip

💡 Exam Tip: Memorize opposite letter pairs (AZ, BY, CX...) and squares/cubes up to 25.

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