Question:

The last day of December 2026 is a

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Non-leap years start and end on the same day. If Jan 1, 2026 is a Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 is also a Thursday.
  • Wednesday
  • Tuesday
  • Monday
  • Thursday
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Concept
Calculate the day using odd days from a known reference point or using the day calculation formula.

Step 2: Meaning

2026 is a non-leap year. 2000 has 0 odd days. In 25 years (2001-2025), we have 6 leap years and 19 ordinary years. Odd days = $6(2) + 19(1) = 12 + 19 = 31 \equiv 3$ odd days.

Step 3: Analysis

For 2026, up to Dec 31: ordinary year has 1 odd day. Total odd days = $3 + 1 = 4$.

Step 4: Conclusion

In day coding (0=Sun, 1=Mon... 4=Thu), 4 corresponds to Thursday. Final Answer: (D)
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