SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 57

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 1 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q57

A seven-digit number 5702718, is divisible by 147. If we rearrange the digits of the number in descending order and subtract 4 more than three times of 17 from the new number that is formed, then the resultant number will be divisible by:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 5.

Descending order of digits: 8775210

Subtract 4 more than 3 × 17 = 3 × 17 + 4 = 51 + 4 = 55

8775210 - 55 = 8775155

The last digit of the number is 5, so it is divisible by 5