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    ​Find the smallest number that should be added to 166, so that the sum leaves a remainder of 3 on dividing by each of 4, 6, 9 and 15. ​
    Question

    Find the smallest number that should be added to 166, so that the sum leaves a remainder of 3 on dividing by each of 4, 6, 9 and 15.

    A.

    13

    B.

    16

    C.

    17

    D.

    163

    Correct option is C

    Given:

    The smallest number which should be added to 166 the leaves a reminder  3 when  divisible by 4, 6, 9 and 15.

    Concept used:

    Use the LCM(Least Common Multiple) method

    Calculation:

    According to the question,

    LCM of (4 , 6, 9 and 15) = 180 

    Smallest number which divide by 4 , 6 , 9 and 15 leaves same remainder 3 = 180 + 3 = 183 

    Number which is added in 166 = 183 - 166 = 17 

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