Question

In this multiplication question, the five letters represent five different digits. What are the actual figures? There is no zero. \[ S E A M \times T = M E A T S \]

• A. $M = 3, E = 9, A = 7, T = 4, S = 8$
• B. $M = 4, E = 3, A = 9, T = 7, S = 8$
• C. $M = 4, E = 3, A = 9, T = 7, S = 8$
• D. $M = 3, E = 9, A = 7, T = 4, S = 8$

Hint:

For cryptarithm problems, try to test various digit combinations systematically and look for a solution that satisfies the equation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

This is a typical cryptarithm problem. We need to find the digits that satisfy the given multiplication. By solving, we find the valid assignment for each letter: \[ S E A M \times T = M E A T S \]