If 18 October 2006 was Wednesday , then what was the day of the week on 17 October 2000?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Tuesday
17 Oct 2000 to 17 Oct 2006 = 5 ordinary years and 1 leap year
No. of odd days in 5 ordinary years and 1 leap year = 5 × 1 + 1 × 2 = 7 odd days
So, it was Wednesday on 18 Oct 2000
17 October 2000 = Wednesday - 1 = Tuesday
Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.