Question

In a certain code, if CAT is coded as 24 and DOG is coded as 26, how is PEN coded?

• A. 36
• B. 35
• C. 40
• D. 42

Hint:

For coding problems, identify the pattern by summing letter positions (A=1, Z=26) and check for additional constants if the sum doesn’t match options.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To resolve the issue, we must first determine the numerical coding method for "CAT" and "DOG" and then apply this method to the word "PEN".

1. Core Principles:

- Alphabetical position assignments are standard (A=1, B=2, ..., Z=26).
- The code appears to be a numerical sum of the letter values within a word.

2. Code Examination:

- CAT: C(3), A(1), T(20) → Total = 3 + 1 + 20 = 24
- DOG: D(4), O(15), G(7) → Total = 4 + 15 + 7 = 26

3. Application to "PEN":

- P(16), E(5), N(14)
Total = 16 + 5 + 14 = 35

Concluding Result:

The numerical code for "PEN" is 35.