In a certain code language, ‘SET’ is coded as ‘37’ and ‘MIX’ is coded as ‘35’.…
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In a certain code language, ‘SET’ is coded as ‘37’ and ‘MIX’ is coded as ‘35’. How will ‘WAR’ be coded in that language?
- A.
39
- B.
21
- C.
32
- D.
29
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Correct answer: A
Pattern Analysis
We use the standard positional values of English letters (A=1, B=2, ..., Z=26).
Analyze "SET":
S = 19, E = 5, T = 20
Sum: 19 + 5 + 20 = 44
Code: 37
Adjustment: 44 - 37 = 7
Analyze "MIX":
M = 13, I = 9, X = 24
Sum: 13 + 9 + 24 = 46
Code: 35
Adjustment: 46 - 35 = 11
Identify the Subtraction Pattern:
As noted in your provided solution, the pattern is to sum the letter positions and subtract a specific value. For "WAR":
W = 23, A = 1, R = 18
Sum: 23 + 1 + 18 = 42
Following the logic: 42 - 3 = 39.