Six teachers are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. Kerkar is an immediate neighbour of both Anika and Natasha. Kavita is sitting second to the left of Anika. Poonam is an immediate neighbour of Natasha and Kavita. Sasha is sitting second to the left of Kerkar. Who is sitting third to the left of Poonam?

1. A

   Kavita

2. B

   Anika

3. C

   Sasha

4. D

   Kerkar

Appeared in: DSSSB 14 August 2024

Explanation

• Based on the given conditions, the final clockwise arrangement of the six teachers is: Anika, Sasha, Kavita, Poonam, Natasha, and Kerkar.
• The question asks for the person sitting third to the left of Poonam. In a circular arrangement where individuals face the center, 'left' corresponds to the clockwise direction.
• Starting from Poonam and moving three positions clockwise, we pass Natasha (1st left) and Kerkar (2nd left) to arrive at Anika (3rd left).

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: Kavita is sitting immediately to the right of Poonam (or fifth to the left).
• Option C: Sasha is sitting fourth to the left of Poonam (or second to the right).
• Option D: Kerkar is sitting second to the left of Poonam.

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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 deductive reasoning, specifically focusing on circular seating arrangements as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• This question tests logical and deductive reasoning skills, which are essential for critical thinking and problem-solving in any professional field.
• While not a clinical scenario, the ability to process multiple pieces of information and construct a coherent picture is a foundational skill for nurses when assessing complex patient situations and planning care.
• What if the question asked for the person third to the right of Poonam? Moving anti-clockwise three places from Poonam would also land on Anika. In a 6-person circle, the person third to the left is the same as the person third to the right.

How to Approach the Question

• First, identify the question type: It's a circular seating arrangement puzzle. Note that since everyone is facing the center, 'left' means clockwise and 'right' means anti-clockwise.
• Draw a circle and mark six empty spots to represent the seats.
• Begin with the most definitive clue. 'Kavita is sitting second to the left of Anika' is a strong starting point. Place Anika, then count two spots clockwise to place Kavita.
• Use the other clues to place the remaining people one by one. For example, 'Kerkar is an immediate neighbour of both Anika and Natasha' means Kerkar must be positioned between them.
• Systematically fill in the spots, using each clue to either place a person or eliminate possibilities.
• Once all individuals are placed, review the final arrangement against every clue to ensure there are no contradictions.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: This question tests logical and deductive reasoning, specifically focusing on circular seating arrangements.
• Stem keywords: six teachers, circular table, facing the centre, immediate neighbour, second to the left
• Lead-in keywords: Who is sitting

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