Reasoning Ability - Calendar Problems
If 1st March 2003 was Saturday, what day was 1st March 2005?
If 1st March 2003 was Saturday, what day was 1st March 2005?
hard Q9 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Years crossed
From 1 Mar 2003 → 1 Mar 2005 we cross years 2003 and 2004.Step 2: Odd-day contributions
2003 = ordinary → +1; 2004 = leap → +2. Total = +3 odd days.Step 3: Apply shift
Base day = Saturday. Saturday + 3 = Tuesday.Final Answer:
Tuesday → Option BQuick Check:
Ordinary + leap → +3 → Saturday → Tuesday ✅
Quick Trick: Add each crossed year's odd days and reduce mod 7.
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Ignoring the +2 from a leap year in the crossed span.
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