Select the figure from the given options that can replace the question mark(?) in the following series.

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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e.
.
Logic: Elements move one step forward clockwise and a new element is used at the previous place.
Figures 1 and 2: Z moves one step ahead clockwise and a circle is used in Figure 2.
Figures 3 and 4: Star sign moves one step ahead clockwise and an equal sign is also used with it in Figure 4.
Similarly, Figures 5 and 6: Shaded square moves one step ahead clockwise and a new element that is S in option is used in Figure 2.