Identify the figure given in the options which when put in place of the question mark (?) will logically complete the series.
Correct Answer :
Solution :
To identify the figure that completes the series, let us observe the step-by-step addition and positioning of elements across the panels in the given question image:

Step-by-Step Analysis of the Pattern:
1. First Figure to Second Figure:
- The first figure consists of a single slanted line with a small vertical tick mark pointing downwards at the top-left end.
- A second parallel line is added below it, which has a small vertical tick mark pointing upwards at the bottom-right end.
2. Second Figure to Third Figure:
- A small circle (O) is introduced above the upper parallel line in the middle area.
3. Third Figure to Fourth Figure:
- A third parallel line with a vertical tick mark pointing downwards at its top-left end is added above the upper line.
- The circle (O) moves down to position itself between the middle two parallel lines.
4. Fourth Figure to Fifth Figure (?):
- Following the established sequence of adding lines and placing elements, a fourth line is added.
- The structure consists of two complete 'N'-like stylized parallel line sets surrounding the circle (O) in the center.
- The resulting pattern features four parallel slanted lines with vertical tick marks alternating along the ends, and the circle located centrally between them.
Comparing this derived figure with the given options, it perfectly matches Option 3:

Therefore, the correct figure that completes the series is given in Option 3.
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