In a certain code language, 'SHIRT' is coded as '59', 'WATCH' is coded as '78'. How will 'RING' be coded in that code language?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Similarly,
'SHIRT' = 59
S's opposite (H) = 8
H's opposite (S) = 19
R's opposite (R) = 18
R's opposite (I) = 9
T's opposite (G) = 7
Total: 8 + 19 + 18 + 9 + 7 = 61
Now, 61 - 2 = 59
And
'WATCH' = 78
W (opposite D) = 4
A (opposite Z) = 26
T (opposite G) = 7
C (opposite X) = 24
H (opposite S) = 19
Total: 4 + 26 + 7 + 24 + 19 = 80
Now, 80 - 2 = 78
Similarly,
'RING' = ?
Using the same logic (sum of opposite positions is 2):
The opposite letter of R is . (position = 9)
The opposite letter of . is R (position = 18)
The opposite letter of N is M (position = 13)
The opposite letter of G is T (position = 20)
Sum: 9 + 18 + 13 + 20 = 60
60 - 2 = 58
Therefore, 'RING' will be written as 58.