Reasoning Ability - Calendar Problems
If 1st January 1500 was Tuesday, what day was 1st January 1900?
If 1st January 1500 was Tuesday, what day was 1st January 1900?
medium Q7 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Span
1500 → 1900 = 400 years.Step 2: Apply 400-year rule
400 years = 0 odd days → same weekday.Step 3: Apply result
No change → Tuesday.Final Answer:
Tuesday → Option DQuick Check:
400-year cycle = same weekday ✅
Quick Trick: A 400-year cycle always brings the same day and date alignment.
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Overcomplicating with Julian/Gregorian transition (not required in modern problems).
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