Question
Logical Reasoning Question on Calendars
The last day of a century cannot be either.
I. Tuesday
II. Thursday
III. Saturday
IV. Sunday
A
I and II
B
I and IV
C
I. II and III
D
I, III and IV
Answer
I. II and III
Explanation
Solution
100 years contain 5 odd days.
⇒ Last day of 1 century is Friday.
200 years contain (5 x 2) ≡ 3 odd days.
⇒ Last day of 2 century is Wednesday.
300 years contain (5 x 3) = 15 ≡ 1 odd day.
⇒ Last day of 3 century is Monday.
400 years contain 0 odd day.
This cycle is repeated.
⇒ Last day of a century cannot be Tuesday or Thursday or Saturday. So the correct option is (C):