Question
On dividing a number by 357, we get 39 as remainder. On dividing the same number by 17. what will be the remainder ?
Answer: Option C
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Let `x` be the number and y be the quotient. Then ,
`x` = 357`xx` y + 39
= (17 `xx`21`xx` y) + (17 `xx `2) + 5
= 17`xx` (21 y + 2) + 5.
`therefore` Required remainder = 5
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