In a certain code language, 'FEAR' is coded as '31', 'CHAIR' is coded as '40'. How will 'MATE' be coded in that code language?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Just as
FEAR
F = 6
E = 5
A = 1
R = 18
Sum = 6 + 5 + 1 + 18 = 30
30 + 1 = 31
and
CHAIR
C = 3
H = 8
A = 1
I = 9
R = 18
Sum = 3 + 8 + 1 + 9 + 18 = 39
39 + 1 = 40
Similarly,
MATE
M = 13
A = 1
T = 20
E = 5
Sum = 13 + 1 + 20 + 5 = 39
39 + 1 = 40
Correct answer: 40