Correct option is C
Given:
Solution:
= 361(1 + 3 + 3² + 3³)=361(40) = 361 23 5
Let's examine each option:
A. 11: There's no factor of 11 in our simplified expression. So, 11 will not divide the expression completely.
B. 16: 16 is (). We only have () in our expression. Thus, 16 will not divide the expression completely.
C. 30: . We have 2, 3, and 5 as factors in our expression 361 23 5 . Therefore, 30 will divide the expression completely.
D. 25: 25 is (52). We only have 5 as a factor in our expression (not (52)). So, 25 will not divide the expression completely.
The correct answer is C. 30