Number System · Question 17 · Easy
What is the least number that must be subtracted from 5000 so that the result is exactly divisible by 47?
- 18
- 29
- 17
- 24
Answer and explanation
Answer: A. 18
Explanation: 5000 = 47 × 106 + 18, so the remainder is 18. Subtracting 18 gives 4982 = 47 × 106.
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