A question is given, followed by two statements numbered (I) and (II). You have to decide whether the data provided in the statements is sufficient to answer the question. Read both the statements and select the appropriate answer.
Question: How many people are standing in the row where all people are facing north?
Statements:
(I) A is fourth from the left end; M is second to the right of A; and R is second from the left end.
(II) M is fourth from the right end; only two people stand between M and B.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Data in statements I and II together is sufficient to answer the question.
From statement I:
Thus, we cannot find the total number of people standing in the row. So, statement I alone is insufficient.
From statement II: We do not have complete information so we cannot find the answer. So, statement II alone is insufficient.
Combining Both statements:
Thus, there are 9 people standing in the row.