Question

    If 18 October 2006 was Wednesday, then what was the day

    of the week on 17 October 2000?
    A Tuesday Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Wednesday Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Monday Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Sunday Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    18 October 2006 from 17 October 2000 there are = 5 ordinary and 1 leap year No. of days that should be subtracted from Wednesday = 5 for ordinary year + 2 for leap year 18 October 2000 = Wednesday - 7 days = Wednesday 17 October 2000 = Wednesday - 1 = Tuesday Hence, Tuesday is correct.

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