Question

    The largest three-digit number that gives the same

    remainder 2 when divided by 3, 5 and 9 is ________.
    A 999 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 984 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 998 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 947 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the questions, The highest three-digit number = 999 L. C. M of  3, 5 and 9 = 135 999 ÷  135  Remainder = 54 So, The greatest number divisible by 3, 5 and 9  = 999 – 54 = 945 The required number that will leave the remainder 2 945 + 2 = 947 ∴ The highest three-digit number is 947.

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