In a certain code language, “RACER” is written as “46”, “USAGE” is written as…
2021
In a certain code language, “RACER” is written as “46”, “USAGE” is written as “54”. What is the code for “ESSAY” in that code language?
Answer: B. 70 — 1. Identify the pattern: The numerical code is the sum of the English alphabetical position values of each letter in the word, plus 1. 2. Verify with the…
- A.
69
- B.
70
- C.
72
- D.
75
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Correct answer: B
1. Identify the pattern: The numerical code is the sum of the English alphabetical position values of each letter in the word, plus 1. 2. Verify with the given words: "RACER" = 18 + 1 + 3 + 5 + 18 = 45; 45 + 1 = 46. "USAGE" = 21 + 19 + 1 + 7 + 5 = 53; 53 + 1 = 54. 3. Apply the pattern to "ESSAY": E(5) + S(19) + S(19) + A(1) + Y(25) = 69. Adding 1 gives 69 + 1 = 70. Final Answer: Option B