A, B, C, D and E, when arranged in descending order of their weight from top, A becomes third, E is between D and A, C and D are not at the top. Who among them is the second?

C
B
E
Data inadequate

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

------
----A----
DEA - -
[It is not possible as D is not at the top.]
--- AED
BCAED Hence, C is second among them.

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