In the following question, there is a specific relationship between the first two figures. Establish a similar relationship between the third and fourth figures by selecting a suitable figure from the given Answer Figures to replace the question mark (?).
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Answer Figures:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Pattern / Logic:
• Outer Figure: The outer shape remains unchanged between the pairs (Square remains Square in the first pair; Circle remains Circle in the second pair).
• Inner/Attached Elements: In the first pair, the single element in Figure 1 is transformed into two elements in Figure 2. Similarly, the single element in Figure 3 must be replaced by two elements in Figure 4.
• Orientation & Position: Following the transformation rule established between the first two figures, only Figure (4) correctly satisfies the required orientation and positioning of the two elements.
Hence, Figure (4) replaces the question mark (?).
Correct Answer: (D) 4