Logical Reasoning

Puzzles

Box, floor, scheduling puzzles

Logical Puzzles test your ability to organize information systematically and draw conclusions. These are high-value questions in competitive exams.

What is Puzzles?

Puzzle questions present a set of conditions involving multiple variables (people, attributes, positions) that must be arranged or matched according to given rules. Common types include box puzzles, floor puzzles, and scheduling puzzles.

Why is it Important?

Puzzles carry the highest weightage in banking reasoning sections — often 10-15 marks from 2-3 puzzle sets. They're considered the most important topic for IBPS/SBI exams.

Key Techniques

Create a grid or table to organize information
Start with definite conditions
Use elimination for remaining slots
Cross-reference multiple conditions
Track possibilities using notation (✓, ✗, ?)

Common Patterns

•Floor-based puzzles (who lives on which floor)

•Box/shelf puzzles (arrangement with attributes)

•Scheduling puzzles (days of the week)

•Comparison-based puzzles (ordering by height, age, etc.)

💡 Pro Tips

1.Read ALL conditions before starting

2.Make a clean table/grid immediately

3.Don't assume — only use what's explicitly stated

4.Practice 3-4 puzzle sets daily for speed

📋 Exams Where Asked

IBPS PO/ClerkSBI PO/ClerkRBI Grade BNABARDNIACLLIC AAO

Frequently Asked Questions

How to improve puzzle-solving speed?

Practice daily with a timer. Start with 3-variable puzzles and gradually move to 4-5 variables. Focus on identifying definite conditions quickly.

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