Question

If K is the seventh painting auctioned, the latest in the order that J can be
auctioned is

• A. \( \text{second} \)
• B. \( \text{third} \)
• C. \( \text{fourth} \)
• D. \( \text{fifth} \)
• E. \( \text{sixth} \)

Hint:

Place J as late as possible before K.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: K is 7th, J must be before K (1st-6th).
Step 2: J before M, M must be 1st-6th.
Step 3: Latest J is 5th, with M at 6th.
Step 4: (D) 5th is the latest for J.