Eight boys, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W, are seated around a round table, not necessarily in same order, but with equal spacing between them and all facing the centre of the table. S is seated exactly opposite to P, who has U and R as his immediate neighbours. T is seated immediately next to V, who is to the immediate right of S. Q is exactly opposite to T and does not have R as his immediate neighbour. With this information, which of the following statements is correct?
R is seated exactly opposite to W
This question involves arranging eight boys around a round table based on a set of clues. We need to deduce the correct seating order and then verify which of the given statements is true.
In a round table arrangement where everyone is facing the center, "immediate right" and "immediate left" are relative to the person's perspective. Opposite positions divide the table into two equal halves.
Let's build the seating arrangement step-by-step using the provided clues:
Let's try to sketch the arrangement based on these clues. We can list the positions in clockwise order starting from P:
So far, the arrangement is (clockwise starting from P): P, U, Q, ?, S, V, T, R. The positions are:
The only remaining person is W, and the only remaining position is Position 4. So, W must be at Position 4.
The complete clockwise arrangement starting from P is: P, U, Q, W, S, V, T, R.
Let's verify all clues with this arrangement:
All clues are satisfied by the arrangement: P - U - Q - W - S - V - T - R (clockwise).
Let's list who is opposite whom in this arrangement:
Now we check each given statement based on our derived seating arrangement.
In our arrangement, W is opposite R. This statement is true.
W is seated between Q and S. W's immediate neighbours are Q and S. U is a neighbour of P and Q. This statement is false.
Q is seated between U and W. Q's immediate neighbours are U and W. U is a neighbour of P and Q. U and Q are immediate neighbours. This statement is false.
T's immediate neighbours are V and R. T is next to V and also next to R. The statement says T is not next to R, which is false.
Based on the detailed seating arrangement derived from the clues, only the first statement is correct.
| Position (Clockwise from P) | Person | Opposite Person | Immediate Neighbours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P | S | R, U |
| 2 | U | V | P, Q |
| 3 | Q | T | U, W |
| 4 | W | R | Q, S |
| 5 | S | P | W, V |
| 6 | V | U | S, T |
| 7 | T | Q | V, R |
| 8 | R | W | T, P |
Key concepts used in solving this round table puzzle include understanding relative positions (left/right from a person's perspective facing the center) and opposite positions in a circular arrangement. Always start with a fixed position and build the arrangement step-by-step, verifying each clue as you go. Pay close attention to the wording like "immediate neighbour" and "exactly opposite".
Seating arrangement problems are common in logical reasoning tests. They can involve:
Solving these problems often requires deductive reasoning, careful interpretation of clues, and systematic diagramming or listing of possibilities.
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