If PAPER is coded as 61, and PEN as 38, what is the code for PLANE?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
PAPER
P = 16, A = 1, P = 16, E = 5, R = 18
Sum = 16 + 1 + 16 + 5 + 18 = 56
Code = 61
That is, 56 + 5 (number of letters) = 61
PEN
P = 16, E = 5, N = 14
Sum = 16 + 5 + 14 = 35
Code = 38
That is, 35 + 3 (number of letters) = 38
Now for PLANE:
P = 16, L = 12, A = 1, N = 14, E = 5
Sum = 16 + 12 + 1 + 14 + 5 = 48
Code = 48 + 5 = 53