Five houses in a row — which house is in the middle? (variant) Houses A, B, C, D, O in a line. A is to the right of B and to the left of C (B < A < C). O is on the right side of A. B is to the right of D. Which house is in the middle?
Verbal Reasoning
Seating Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
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AO
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BA
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CB
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DD
Answer
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This is equivalent in structure to the earlier five-house problem; we again seek the middle slot.
Given Data / Assumptions:B < A < C; O > A; B > D.
Concept / Approach:Construct a valid order (e.g., D, B, A, O, C) and check all relations.
Step-by-Step Solution:In D–B–A–O–C, A occupies position 3 (middle), satisfying all constraints.
Final Answer:A