Ranking and Order Formula
Ranking and Order formulas and a topic-wise mock test for logical reasoning placement exams like TCS NQT, Infosys, and Wipro. Revise, then practice.
Key Ranking and Order Formulas
Ranking and Order Basics
These questions test your ability to arrange items in order based on given conditions.
- Ranking: Arranging items from highest to lowest or vice versa
- Ordering: Arranging items in a specific sequence
- Position: Finding the position of an item in a sequence
Common Question Types
Different types of ranking questions:
- Height/Weight Ranking: Tallest to shortest, heaviest to lightest
- Age Ranking: Oldest to youngest
- Performance Ranking: Best to worst performance
- Speed Ranking: Fastest to slowest
Quick Solving Tips
Steps to solve ranking problems:
- Step 1: List all items and their given positions
- Step 2: Use elimination method for unknown positions
- Step 3: Draw a simple diagram if needed
- Step 4: Cross-check with all given conditions
Common Patterns
Recognize these common patterns:
- Pattern 1: A is taller than B, B is taller than C → A > B > C
- Pattern 2: A is 3rd from top, B is 2nd from bottom
- Pattern 3: A is between B and C
- Pattern 4: A is not the tallest but taller than B
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