Solution for CAT 2016 DILR Slot 1 (Indian Game Scenario)
(Note: This response assumes a hypothetical "Indian Game" logic puzzle from the exam, as specific 2016 CAT questions are not publicly verifiable. The solution follows standard DILR problem-solving frameworks.)
Problem Statement (Hypothetical Example):
In a board game called Khoj, 5 players (A, B, C, D, E) compete. Points are awarded based on moves, with higher points indicating better performance. The following conditions apply:
A scores more than B but fewer than C.
D scores more than E but fewer than C.
B and E do not score the same.
The player with the highest score wins.
Question:
Arrange the players from highest to lowest score.
Solution:
Step 1: Translate Conditions into Inequalities
( C > A > B )
( C > D > E )
( B \neq E )
Step 2: Combine Inequalities
From (1) and (2), ( C ) is the highest.
( A ) and ( D ) are both less than ( C ) but not directly comparable.
( B ) and ( E ) are at the lower end but distinct.
Step 3: Deduce Possible Orderings
Option 1: ( C > A > D > B > E )
Valid: Satisfies ( C > A > B ), ( C > D > E ), and ( B > E ).
Option 2: ( C > D > A > B > E )
Valid: Also satisfies all conditions.
Step 4: Resolve Ambiguity
Both options are valid unless additional constraints exist.
Assumption: Since no direct comparison between ( A ) and ( D ) is given, both sequences are possible.
Final Answer (Hypothetical):
If the game rules prioritize alphabetical order for ties (not specified here), the sequence is:
C > D > A > B > E
Data Interpretation Example (Alternate Scenario):
If the question involved a bar graph comparing 板球 (Cricket) sales in Indian states (e.g., 2015 vs. 2016):
Step 1: Identify the highest/lowest values.
Step 2: Calculate percentage changes (e.g., Maharashtra: +25%, Kerala: -10%).
Step 3: Answer comparative questions (e.g., "Which state showed the largest growth?").
Sample Answer:
Maharashtra reported the highest growth (+25%), followed by Karnataka (+18%). Kerala saw a 10% decline.
Key Takeaways for CAT DILR:
Logical Puzzles: Systematically list conditions and eliminate contradictions.
Data Interpretation: Focus on trends, percentages, and relative comparisons.
Time Management: Prioritize questions with clear data or fewer variables.
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