Chapter 6: Seating Arrangement
Introduction
Seating Arrangement is one of the most logic-intensive sections of reasoning. It requires candidates to determine people’s positions based on clues. In Aptitude Questions for Competitive Exams, seating arrangement questions come in linear, circular, or mixed formats and require strong visualization.
Types of Questions Asked
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Linear Arrangement: People in a row facing same or opposite sides.
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Circular Arrangement: Around a table with inward/outward facing conditions.
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Square/Rectangular Arrangement: People seated along edges or corners.
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Complex Arrangement: Two or more parameters (e.g., color, city, age).
Preparation Tips
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Draw accurate diagrams.
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Start with fixed positions.
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Combine indirect clues systematically.
Why It’s Vital
This chapter improves your analytical thinking and ability to organize data in a structured manner under time pressure.