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The number N is a two-digit number.

• When N is divided by 9, the remainder is 1.

• When N is divided by 10, the remainder is 3.

What is the remainder when N is divided by 11?

 May 4, 2020

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Since dividing by 10 gives R3, the number must end in a 3. Since remainder of /9 is 1, the multiple must be (3-1).

 

8*9 = 72.

 

72+1 = 73, which satisfies bullets 1 & 2.

 

73/11 = 6R7.

 

Answer's 7.

 

If you don't understand anything feel free to ask.

 May 4, 2020
edited by hugomimihu  May 4, 2020
edited by hugomimihu  May 4, 2020
 #1
avatar+1005 
+1
Best Answer

Since dividing by 10 gives R3, the number must end in a 3. Since remainder of /9 is 1, the multiple must be (3-1).

 

8*9 = 72.

 

72+1 = 73, which satisfies bullets 1 & 2.

 

73/11 = 6R7.

 

Answer's 7.

 

If you don't understand anything feel free to ask.

hugomimihu May 4, 2020
edited by hugomimihu  May 4, 2020
edited by hugomimihu  May 4, 2020

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