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If 'REASON' is coded as 5 and 'BELIEVED' as 7, then what is the code number for 'GOVERNMENT'?
A. 10
B. 6
C. 9
D. 8

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Given, REASON = 5

          BELIEVED = 7

Here, pattern is (number of letters - 1)

Now, number of letters in GOVERNMENT = 10

Required code number = Number of letters - 1

                                    =10-1 = 9