Which domain involves recognizing patterns in sequences?

• A. Deductive Logic
• B. Inductive/Pattern reasoning
• C. Verbal Comprehension
• D. Spatial Reasoning

Answer: (B)

Recognizing patterns in sequences is a form of inductive reasoning. In this domain, you observe a series of items and infer the rule or pattern that generates them, then use that rule to predict future elements or understand the progression. This contrasts with deductive logic, which applies a known general rule to specific cases, and with verbal comprehension or spatial reasoning, which focus on language meaning and mental manipulation of shapes and space, respectively. The key skill here is spotting regularities, such as consistent increases, repetitions, or transformations, and then applying the inferred pattern to extend the sequence.