Question

In a certain code language, 'SKIP' is coded as '5269' and 'SILK' is coded as '2576'. How is 'L' coded in the given language?

• A. 2
• B. 5
• C. 9
• D. 7

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 7

Compare the two codes:

• SKIP → 5269

• SILK → 2576

  Common letters

Both words have S, I, K in common.

Common digits

Digits common in both codes:

5269 and 2576 → common digits are 2, 5, 6

So, S, I, K correspond to 2, 5, 6 (in some order).

Remaining letter

• In SKIP, extra letter = P, extra digit = 9 ⇒ P → 9

• In SILK, extra letter = L, extra digit = 7 ⇒ L → 7

L is coded as 7