1. Figure Series & Pattern Completion 🔄
Identify the rule that governs the sequence of figures to find the missing one.
Common Patterns
- Rotation: Clockwise or counter-clockwise movement (45°, 90°, 180°).
- Movement: Elements moving positions (corners, sides, center).
- Alternation: Colors (black/white), shapes, or orientations flipping back and forth.
- Quantity: Increasing or decreasing number of lines, dots, or shapes.
2. Figure Grouping (Odd One Out) 🔳
Find the figure that does not belong to the group.
What to Check:
- Symmetry: Is it the only asymmetric one?
- Line Type: Curved vs. Straight lines.
- Enclosure: Closed shapes vs. Open shapes.
- Intersections: Lines crossing vs. not crossing.
3. Spatial Visualization (Folding & 3D) 🧊
Mentally fold a 2D pattern into a 3D object (like a cube).
Cube Folding Tips
- Opposite Faces: In a "cross" pattern, faces separated by one square are opposites and can NEVER touch.
- Adjacent Faces: Faces sharing an edge in 2D will share an edge in 3D.
- Orientation: Watch the direction of arrows or symbols when folded.