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AIIMS Nagpur NO - 2018

Reasoning

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Appeared in: AIIMS Nagpur NO - 2018

Explanation

The problem involves two simultaneous patterns: a counter-clockwise rotation for the top three symbols and a swap for the bottom two.
Applying the patterns to Figure 5, the top-left symbol should become a Square, the top-right should be '=', and the center should be 'T'.
Option 2 is the only choice that correctly shows the result of the rotation pattern for the top and center symbols.
Although the bottom two symbols in Option 2 are incorrect (they haven't been swapped), it is the 'most correct' answer as it correctly follows the more complex of the two patterns.

Option A: This option results from misidentifying the starting configuration of Figure 5 and then applying the pattern. The positions of the '=', Square, Arrow, and 'X' are all incorrect for the next step in the sequence.
Option C: This option correctly shows the swapped positions for the bottom two symbols ('X' and Arrow) but fails to apply the rotation pattern correctly to the top three symbols.
Option D: This option is an exact copy of Figure 5 in the problem series. The question asks for the figure that continues the series, not the one that repeats the last step.

Visual 1: Diagram - A diagram showing the two patterns separately. One arrow shows the counter-clockwise rotation of the top-left, top-right, and center positions. A second arrow shows the swapping action between the bottom-left and bottom-right positions.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain This question tests logical and visual reasoning skills, specifically the ability to identify sequential patterns in a series of figures as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While not a clinical question, logical reasoning is a key skill for nurses. It is used in the nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) to analyze patient data, identify patterns in symptoms, and make sound clinical judgments.
This skill helps in prioritizing care, troubleshooting equipment, and quickly adapting to changing patient conditions.
What if? - If the top group rotated clockwise instead of counter-clockwise, the resulting top-left symbol would be '=', the top-right would be 'T', and the center would be the Square. None of the options would match this outcome either, further highlighting the flawed nature of the question's options.

How to Approach the Question

First, carefully examine the series of figures to identify any repeating symbols and their positions.
Look for simple movements first. Notice that the symbols in the bottom two positions ('X' and Arrow) are just swapping places in each step.
Next, analyze the more complex group. Trace one symbol (e.g., the '=') through the first few figures to see its path (TL -> C -> TR -> TL...). This reveals a group rotation.
Determine the direction of rotation for the top/center group (counter-clockwise).
Apply both identified patterns (counter-clockwise rotation and bottom swap) to the last figure (Figure 5) to predict the next figure (Figure 6).
Compare your predicted figure with the available options. If no perfect match exists, select the option that is 'most correct' or correctly applies the most complex part of the pattern.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: This question tests logical and visual reasoning skills, specifically the ability to identify sequential patterns in a series of figures.
Stem keywords: continue the same series, Problem Figures, Answer Figures
Lead-in keywords: Select a figure

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