``Market may open with a firm note and is likely to trade sideways; selective buying can be seen in the second part of the day. Sensex has resistance at 16,048, 16,088 and 16,178. Support at 15,875, 15,801 and 15,760. Nifty has resistance at 4,794, 4,809 and 4,849 and support at 4,771, 4,764, 4,754, 4,728 and 4,720,`` said Geojit BNP Paribas Financial Services.
Sensex has resistance at 16,048, 16,088 & 16,178: