Book structure (front matter to back matter): Arrange these in the order they typically appear— a. Index, b. Content (table of contents), c. Title, d. Chapter, e. Introduction.
Verbal Reasoning
Logical Sequence of Words
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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Ab, c, d, e, a
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Bc, e, b, d, a
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Ce, a, d, b, c
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Dc, b, e, a, d
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: c, e, b, d, a
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Most books follow a conventional layout from front matter to core chapters and then back matter. Knowing this order helps in quickly locating information and reflects general publishing practice.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Title page appears first.
- Introduction (or Preface/Foreword) precedes the table of contents in many exam conventions for reasoning problems.
- Contents (table of contents) lists chapters; chapters form the main body.
- Index appears at the end (back matter).
Concept / Approach:Sequence standard components as readers encounter them: title page → introductory material → contents → chapters → index.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Title → c.Introduction → e.Contents → b.Chapter → d.Index → a.Therefore: c, e, b, d, a.Verification / Alternative check:Check any standard text; back matter such as the index is always at the end.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They misplace index or mix front matter order.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing introduction with a chapter; placing index before contents.
Final Answer:c, e, b, d, a