general math MCQ #1507

The smallest number which when divided by 20, 25, 35 and 40 leaves a remainder of 14, 19, 29 and 34 respectively is________?

general math MCQ #1507

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The smallest number which when divided by 20, 25, 35 and 40 leaves a remainder of 14, 19, 29 and 34 respectively is________?

    • A) 1994
    • B) 1494
    • C) 1394
    • D) 1496

    Answer: 1394

    Explanation: Each remainder is 6 less than the divisor, so the required number = LCM(20,25,35,40)−6 = 1400−6 = 1394.