What will be the sum of the number of Wednesdays in the months of July and September in the year 2005?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Number of Wednesdays in July 2005
The month of July consists of a total of 31 days. In the year 2005, July began on a Friday.
July 6 – Wednesday
July 13 – Wednesday
July 20 – Wednesday
July 27 – Wednesday
Therefore, there were a total of 4 Wednesdays in July 2005.
Number of Wednesdays in September 2005
The month of September consists of a total of 30 days. In the year 2005, September began on a Thursday.
September 7 – Wednesday
September 14 – Wednesday
September 21 – Wednesday
September 28 – Wednesday
Therefore, there were a total of 4 Wednesdays in September 2005.
Total Sum:
4 (July) + 4 (September) = 8
Correct Answer: Option D) 8.