In a code language, 'JASMINE' is coded as '213' and 'TULIP' is coded as '234'. How will 'CHAMELI' be coded in the same language?
Answer
The correct answer is B: 153. JASMINE: sum of positional values = (10+1+19+13+9+14+5) = 71, and 71×3 = 213. TULIP: (20+21+12+9+16) = 78, and 78×3 = 234.
A.157
B.153✓ Correct
C.148
D.143
Explanation
JASMINE: sum of positional values = (10+1+19+13+9+14+5) = 71, and 71×3 = 213. TULIP: (20+21+12+9+16) = 78, and 78×3 = 234. CHAMELI: (3+8+1+13+5+12+9) = 51, and 51×3 = 153.
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