Multiple choice general knowledge

In Asia, Which digit never appears in any Nokia handset model number, because it is considered unlucky in many parts of Southeast/East Asia?

  1. 9

  2. 7

  3. 4

  4. 8
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The number 4 sounds like 'death' in Chinese and several other Asian languages, making it taboo in model numbering for Nokia's Asian market phones. Numbers 7 and 8 are considered lucky, while 9 is neutral in most Asian cultures.

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