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GATE 2020 CE (CE2) – Question 4

General Aptitude · Spatial Aptitude: Spatial Reasoning and Visualization · 1 mark · Multiple choice

After inauguration of a new building, the HoD collected office preferences. P wanted a room adjacent to the lab, Q close to the lift, R a playground view and S a corner office. Which allocation satisfies everyone? The four layouts are arranged A, B across the top row and C, D across the bottom row.

Diagram for GATE 2020 CE (CE2) question 4
  1. Layout A
  2. Layout B
  3. Layout C
  4. Layout D

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Correct answer: (C) Layout C

Explanation

Check each constraint in C:P occupies the lower office adjoining the lab;Q is at the right end nearest the lift;R faces the playground;S is at the left corner. A leavesQ away from the lift,B placesP away from the lab,andD does not giveS a corner. **Answer:C**.