Seat numbering logic – determine Inez’s seat Henry is in seat 253; Marla sits to Henry’s right in seat 254; George sits to Henry’s left; Inez sits to George’s left. What seat is Inez in?
Logical Reasoning
Logical Problems
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A251
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B254
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C255
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D256
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E252
Answer
Correct Answer: 251
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This is a directional/number-line reasoning puzzle. Stadium seats typically increase by 1 to the right, decrease by 1 to the left. Using these conventions, we can trace positions step by step.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Henry sits in seat 253.
- Marla is to Henry’s right in seat 254, confirming that right = +1.
- George is to Henry’s left, which will be 253 − 1 = 252.
- Inez is to the left of George, so one more seat to the left from 252.
Concept / Approach:Apply consistent left/right numbering increments. Once the convention is confirmed by Marla’s seat, proceed leftwards for George and then for Inez.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Start with Henry: 253.Right of Henry: 254 (Marla) → confirms numbering direction.Left of Henry: 252 (George).Left of George: 251 (Inez).Verification / Alternative check:
Count directly: 253 (Henry) → 252 (left, George) → 251 (left, Inez). All consistent.Why Other Options Are Wrong:
254 is Marla; 255 and 256 are to the right of Marla; 252 is George’s seat.Common Pitfalls:
Inverting left/right numbering or skipping a seat when counting.Final Answer:251