Question

In a certain code language, 'BATH' is coded as '9823' and 'DUMB' is coded as '1526'. How is 'B' coded in the given language?

• A. 2
• B. 5
• C. 9
• D. 3

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 2

We are given:

• BATH → 9823

• DUMB → 1526

  Find common letter

Common letter in both words = B

Find common digit

Digits:

• 9823 → {9, 8, 2, 3}

• 1526 → {1, 5, 2, 6}

Common digit = 2

Final Answer: 2