Logical Reasoning MCQs
Logical Reasoning MCQs test a candidate's ability to think logically and deduce conclusions from given statements or patterns. These MCQs are highly relevant for aptitude tests conducted by NTS, CSS, FPSC, and PPSC. Topics include statement-assumption, statement-conclusion, logical sequence, syllogism, cause-effect, blood relations, and direction tests. These questions enhance cognitive skills and decision-making ability. Candidates aiming for government jobs, entrance tests, or scholarship assessments must master this section. Regular practice improves accuracy and analytical depth, making you confident in solving complex reasoning problems under time constraints.
Q: The next number in the pattern 121, 144, 169, ___ is
A) 205
B) 182
C) 190
D) 196
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: These are squares of 11, 12, 13, and next is 14² = 196.
Q: Someone travels north for 5 km, then east for 5 km, then south for 5 km. Ending location relative to the starting point is
A) 5 km west
B) Same point
C) 5 km north
D) 5 km east
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Final move east makes net movement 5 km east of start.
Q: In a row of students, Ali is 10th from the left and 15th from the right. How many students are there?
A) 25
B) 26
C) 27
D) 24
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Total = Left + Right - 1 = 10 + 15 - 1 = 24.
Q: Five people are standing in a row. The second is taller than the fifth. Who might be the tallest?
A) Fifth
B) Cannot say
C) Third
D) Second
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: No data on others, so it’s indeterminate.
Q: Sequence: A, C, F, J, O, ___
A) U
B) V
C) R
D) S
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Differences in letter positions: +2, +3, +4, +5; next is +6, so O + 6 = U.
Q: One-fourth of a number is 6. Find the number.
A) 30
B) 18
C) 24
D) 12
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Multiplying both sides by 4 gives the number: 4 × 6 = 24.
Q: Each vowel is replaced by the next vowel. How does “BEAUTY” become?
A) BIATAY
B) BOETOY
C) BIETUY
D) BIETEY
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: B(E→I)A(U→E)T(Y stays) = BIETUY.
Q: From the word "STATION", how many meaningful three-letter words can be formed?
A) 4
B) 5
C) Cannot be determined
D) 3
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Without specific instructions or dictionary reference, it cannot be determined.
Q: Two hours ago, it was half as long after one o'clock as it was before five o'clock. What is the current time?
A) 2:00
B) 3:00
C) 3:30
D) 4:00
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Solve algebraically; the current time is 3:00.
Q: The word ‘PEACE’ is coded as ‘QFBDG’. Then ‘WAR’ is coded as
A) XZQ
B) XBP
C) XBS
D) XAS
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Each letter is incremented by 1 in the alphabet.