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In a series of patterns, each shape has one more dot than the previous. The first has 1 dot, the second 2 dots and the third 3 dots.
What comes next?

This question was previously asked in
SSC Stenographer 2025 Question Paper (06-Aug-2025) Shift 2
The correct answer is
Shape with 4 dots

Understanding the Dot Pattern Sequence

The question describes a pattern where each shape gains one additional dot compared to the previous shape in the series.

  • The first shape has 1 dot.
  • The second shape has 2 dots.
  • The third shape has 3 dots.

The rule is that each subsequent shape adds one more dot. We can see this progression clearly:

  • Shape 1: 1 dot
  • Shape 2: 1 + 1 = 2 dots
  • Shape 3: 2 + 1 = 3 dots

Determining the Next Shape

Following this established rule, the next shape in the series should have one more dot than the third shape.

Calculation for the next shape:

Number of dots in the next shape = Number of dots in the previous shape + 1

Number of dots in the next shape = \(3 + 1 = 4\)

Therefore, the next shape in the pattern should contain 4 dots.

Analyzing the Options

Let's look at the provided options:

  1. Shape with 4 dots
  2. Shape with 3 dots
  3. Shape with 5 dots
  4. Shape with 1 dot

Based on our analysis, the shape with 4 dots is the correct next element in the sequence.

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