Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: February and November
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Month-start weekdays follow fixed offsets mod 7 that depend on whether the year is leap or common. The task is to match March's start day in an ordinary year.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Months that share the same offset begin on the same weekday.
Step-by-Step Solution:
From the standard offsets for a common year, March has offset 3.February also has offset 3 in a common year.November has offset 3 as well.Thus March begins on the same weekday as February and November.
Verification / Alternative check:
Check any common year calendar (e.g., 2021): Feb 1 and Mar 1 both occur on Monday; Nov 1 also on Monday.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Pairs listed do not both share March's offset in a common year.
Common Pitfalls:
Using leap-year offsets where February's alignment shifts.
Final Answer:
February and November
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