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The least number, which when divided by 18, 27 and 36 separately leaves remainders 5,14 , and 23 respectively, is

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The least number, which when divided by 18, 27 and 36 separately leaves remainders 5,14 , and 23 respectively, is
1). 95
2). 113
3). 149
4). 77

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28 vote
Answered by on | Votes 28 |
Its very simple question 95 is the correct answer.

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38 vote
Answered by on | Votes 38 |
The difference between the divisor and the corresponding remainder is same in each case ie. 18 – 5 = 13, 27 – 14 = 13, 36 – 23 = 13 \ Required number = (LCM of 18, 27, and 36 ) – 13 = 108 – 13 = 95
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