If the first day of the year (other than on a leap year) was Monday, then which was the last day of the year?

Question:  If the first day of the year (other than on a leap year) was Monday, then which was the last day of the year?

A  Tuesday

B   Wednesday

C   Sunday

D   Monday

Answer:   Monday

 

Aspect Leap Year Non-Leap Year
Number of Days 366 days 365 days
Leap Day February 29th February 28th
Occurrence Every 4 years, with some exceptions Every year that is not a multiple of 4, or multiples of 100 but not 400
Purpose To keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year Maintains a standard 365-day calendar
Months Same months as a non-leap year Same months as a leap year
Calendar Accuracy Better reflects Earth’s orbit around the Sun Slightly less accurate for astronomical alignment
Notable Leap Years ·        2020

·        2024

·        2028

·        2032

·        2021

·        2022

·        2023

·        2025

Significance Adjusts the calendar to account for the extra 0.2422 days in the Earth’s orbit Provides a consistent calendar year