Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Both statements together are sufficient, but NEITHER alone is sufficient.
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
The statements give open intervals for an integer day-count. We must see if their overlap isolates a single integer value. We adopt the Recovery-First policy to repair phrasing (“more than x less than y”) to the standard interpretation: x < days < y.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Intersect the two integer sets; if the intersection is a singleton, the exact value is determined only when both statements are used together.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
Check end-point inclusivity: The wording “more than”/“less than” excludes endpoints; 8 remains the sole common integer.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Treating “at least/at most” instead of strict inequalities; including endpoints improperly; missing that the domain is integers (days).
Final Answer:
Both statements together are sufficient, but NEITHER alone is sufficient.
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