Time-sequence / date intersection: Adi remembers Ana’s birthday is after 20th September but before 23rd. Father remembers it is after 21st and before 24th September. Determine Ana’s correct date of birth.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: 22nd September

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Two interval clues must be intersected to find a unique date. “After” and “before” are strict inequalities (exclude endpoints).



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Adi: 20 < date < 23 ⇒ {21, 22}.
  • Father: 21 < date < 24 ⇒ {22, 23}.


Concept / Approach:
Take the intersection of the two candidate sets to find the only date satisfying both memories.



Step-by-Step Solution:

From Adi: {21, 22}.From Father: {22, 23}.Intersection: {22} ⇒ 22nd September.


Verification / Alternative check:
22 is indeed after 20 and before 23, and after 21 and before 24.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
21 contradicts Father’s “after 21”; 23 contradicts Adi’s “before 23”; 24 is out of both ranges.



Common Pitfalls:
Treating “after/before” as inclusive bounds.



Final Answer:
22nd September

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