SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 60

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 3 • Reasoning • Q60

Which one of the following figures breaks the pattern followed by the others?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Pattern:

The total number of lines (arrows) = the number of sides of the shape.

A: Triangle (3 sides) = 3 lines. (Follows pattern)

B: Pentagon (5 sides) = 5 lines. (Follows pattern)

C: Diamond/Square (4 sides) = 3 lines. (Breaks pattern)

D: Square (4 sides) = 4 lines. (Follows pattern)

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.