Six persons M, N, O, P, Q and R are sitting in two rows, three in each. Q is not at the end of any row. P is second to the left of R. O is the neighbour of Q and is sitting diagonally opposite to P. N is the neighbour of R. On the basis of above information, who is facing N?
- A.R
- B.Q
- C.P
- D.M
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. Q
Let's analyze the seating arrangement. P is second to the left of R, meaning R must be in the middle or right end of a row. O is diagonally opposite to P. N is R's neighbor. Q is not at an end. If we place P at one end of a row, its diagonal opposite O will be at the other end of the other row. With P second to the left of R, and N next to R, and Q not at the end, the only arrangement that fits is having Q face N. This arrangement places Q in the middle of a row, diagonally opposite to P, with O at the other end, and R and N adjacent in the other row with P.
Source: UPSC gs1 2010