CSAT (Aptitude)·Mains Questions

Blood Relations — Mains Questions

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Q1250 words / 15 marks

Analyze the following set of relationships and determine the relationship between 'X' and 'Z'. P is the father of Q. R is the son of S. T is the mother of U. V is the husband of W. X is the brother of Y. Y is the daughter of Z. Z is the wife of P. S is the sister of Q. W is the mother of R. U is the brother of X.

Q2250 words / 15 marks

Given the coded relationships: A@B means A is the father of B; A#B means A is the daughter of B; A$B means A is the husband of B; A%B means A is the mother of B; A&B means A is the brother of B. If the expression is 'M%N@O$P#Q', analyze the relationships and determine the gender of each person and the relationship of M to P, and Q to O.

Q3250 words / 15 marks

Discuss the common pitfalls in solving blood relations questions, particularly concerning gender determination and multi-generational ambiguity, and suggest Vyyuha's strategic remedies for each. Provide an example where these pitfalls are evident.

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