If 12 October 1997 was a Saturday, then what day was it on the same date in the year 2008?

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Answer: (D) Saturday

Explanation

From 12 Oct 1997 to 12 Oct 2008 is 11 years with 3 leap days (Feb 2000, 2004, 2008): 11 + 3 = 14 odd days ≡ 0. The day is again Saturday.