Question

On 7th July 1985 it was a Thursday. What day was it on 8th December 1985?

• A. Saturday.
• B. Friday.
• C. Wednesday.
• D. Thursday

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Thursday

Solution: Given 7th July 1985, it was a Thursday so 7th July to 8th December = 154 days. i.e. 22 weeks. Number of days from 7th July 1985, to 8th December, 1985 ⇒ 24 (July) + 31 (Aug) + 30 (Sept) + 31 (Oct) + 30 (Nov) + 8 (Dec) = 154 days ⇒ 154 days = 22 weeks + 0 odd days Thus 8th December 1985 will Thursday since number of odd day is 0. i.e. the day is Thursday. Hence, the correct answer is Thursday.