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In certain code '247' means ‘spread red carpet’, '256' means ‘dust one carpet’ and '264' means ‘one red carpet’. Which digit in that code means ‘dust’ ?
In certain code '247' means ‘spread red carpet’, '256' means ‘dust one carpet’ and '264' means ‘one red carpet’. Which digit in that code means ‘dust’ ?
Updated On: Jan 30, 2025
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The word "dust" appears only in the second sentence, so the digit that doesn't appear in any of the other codes must represent "dust." The digit that fits this criterion is 5.
So, the correct option is (C): 5.
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