John was born on a Wednesday. Alison was born 72 days later. On what day of the week was Alison born?
(A) Thursday
(B) Monday
(C) Sunday
(D) Saturday
(E) Friday
Since there are 7 days in a week, any multiple of 7 days after a Wednesday is also a Wednesday. Since 70 is a multiple of 7 , then 70 days after John was born, the day is also a Wednesday. Therefore, 71 days after John was born is a Thursday and 72 days after John was born is a Friday.

Alison was born on a Friday.

ANswer: (E)