Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: Statement II alone is sufficient; Statement I alone is not sufficient.
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:We need the exact date (calendar date number) of Amit's September 2010 birthday using weekday placement information.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:For a fixed month/year, the phrase 'last Friday' corresponds to a unique date.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Determine the dates for Fridays in September 2010 and select the largest one within 1–30. (This yields a unique date number.)Statement I is historical and does not alter September 2010’s weekday alignment for identifying the last Friday.Verification / Alternative check:Calendar enumeration confirms a single 'last Friday' date exists for any specified month/year.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:Thinking the previous year's weekday is required; it is not when the target month/year is explicit.
Final Answer:B — Statement II alone suffices (unique 'last Friday' date in Sep 2010).
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