To solve the problem in the image, we need to identify the pattern in the shapes provided and determine which option completes the series.

Analysis:

The first row on the left shows three different shapes increasing in size: a triangle, a diamond, and a star, with the size increasing from left to right.

The second row follows the same idea, but all the shapes are filled in (solid) and again grow in size from left to right.

Thus, the pattern alternates between hollow and solid shapes.

First column:

1. Hollow shapes
2. Triangle, Diamond, Star

Second column:

1. Solid shapes
2. Triangle, Diamond, Star

Given that the next shape in the series is supposed to be hollow, and the pattern involves alternating types of shapes with increasing size, we would expect a hollow diamond to be the next in the sequence.

From the options provided, the image labeled Option 4 (the hollow diamond) completes the series.

Answer: 4

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Related Questions:

1. What is the importance of identifying size patterns in sequence problems?
2. How can we predict shapes in a sequence based on geometric properties?
3. How do alternating filled and hollow shapes impact the sequence analysis?
4. Can the size of shapes provide enough clues to solve sequence patterns alone?
5. Are there any other strategies for identifying visual patterns in shapes?

Tip:

Look for multiple attributes (shape, size, fill type) when solving pattern-based questions—don't focus on just one characteristic!