In a certain code '786' means 'study very hard', '958' means 'hard work pays' and '645' means 'study and work'. Which of the following is the code for 'very'?
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In a certain code '786' means 'study very hard', '958' means 'hard work pays' and '645' means 'study and work'. Which of the following is the code for 'very'?
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 5
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - 7
Common to 786 and 958 is 8 = 'hard'; common to 786 and 645 is 6 = 'study'. The remaining digit in 786 is 7 = 'very'.
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