MAT Exam 2020 Paper

Concept:The problem is a simple logical ordering of heights based on comparative statements.Explanation:Use the clues to arrange the friends from tallest to shortest.Sachin is shorter than Kamal but taller than Ram.So, $\text{Kamal} > \text{Sachin} > \text{Ram}$.Arun is a little shorter than Kamal and a little taller than Sachin.So, $\text{Kamal} > \text{Arun} > \text{Sachin}$.Combining these two relationships gives:$\text{Kamal} > \text{Arun} > \text{Sachin} > \text{Ram}$.Mohan is the tallest of all five friends.Therefore, the complete descending order of heights is:$\text{Mohan} > \text{Kamal} > \text{Arun} > \text{Sachin} > \text{Ram}$.In this order, the person standing after Mohan is the second tallest.Answer:Kamal is the second tallest.Correct option: C. Kamal.