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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 65

SSC CGL - 06 Dec 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q65

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A Number n when divided by 6, leaves a remainder 3. What wil be the remainder when (n2 + 5n + 8) is divided by 6?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 2.

Given:

A number n when divided by 6 leaves remainder 3.

Explanation:

Let the number n be 9.

So, (n2 + 5n + 8) = 81 + 45 + 8 = 134

Now, 134 = 6 × 22 + 2

Hence the remainder will be 2.