Question

Hema Is richer than Jaya whereas Meena is richer than Prem. Lalit Is as rich as Jaya. Jayant Is richer than Hema.
What conclusions can be definitely drawn from the above statements?

• A. Jaya is poorer than Prem
• B. Prem is richer than Lalit
• C. Lalit is poorer than Hema
• D. Meena is richer than Jayant
• E. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Lalit is poorer than Hema

According to the question
Hema > Jaya...(i)
Meena > Prem...(ii)
Lalit = Jaya ...(iii)
Jayant > Hema...(iv)
From (i), (iii) and (iv)
Jayant > Hema > Jaya
Clearly, Lalit is poorer than Hema.