GATE 2022 BT – Question 4
Given the statements: • P is the sister of Q. • Q is the husband of R. • R is the mother of S. • T is the husband of P. Based on the above information, T is ______ of S.
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Correct answer: (B) an uncle
Explanation
Draw the family tree from the statements.
- Q is the husband of R, and R is the mother of S. So Q is the **father** of S.
- P is the sister of Q, so P is S's **paternal aunt**.
- T is the husband of P.
T is married to S's father's sister, so T is the husband of S's aunt, i.e. S's **uncle** (by marriage).
Answer **an uncle** (B).