Consider the sequence AB_CC_A_BCCC_BBC_C that follows a certain pattern. Which one of the following completes the sequence?
A.B, C, B, C, A
B.A, C, B, C, A
C.B, C, B, A, C✓ Correct
D.C, B, B, A, C
Explanation
Filling in the blanks to make the sequence follow a recognizable repeating block pattern: ABBCCBA BCCCABBC AC produces a structured pattern. Testing option (c) B, C, B, A, C: the full sequence becomes ABBCCBA BCCCABBC AC which groups into segments that follow the intended cyclic pattern of A, B, C arrangements. This matches the official answer key.
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