Analyze the five Problem Figures (A, B, C, D, E) to determine the established sequential pattern. Select the next figure in the series from the five Answer Figures (1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
Problem figures:

Answer figures:

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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The figures follow a shifting pattern where side elements move to the center in the next step. Hence, option 4 is correct.
