general math MCQ #1963

What is the smallest number, which when divided by 3,8 and 15 leaves the remainder 1,6,13 respectively?

general math MCQ #1963

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the smallest number, which when divided by 3,8 and 15 leaves the remainder 1,6,13 respectively?

    • A) 121
    • B) 242
    • C) 118
    • D) 239

    Answer: 118

    Explanation: The deficit (divisor−remainder) is constant at 2 for each divisor. LCM(3,8,15) = 120. Answer = 120−2 = 118.