SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 55

SSC CGL - 17 July 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q55

Find the smallest number that can be subtracted from 148109326 so that it becomes divisible by 8.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 6.

8 Divisibility rule: If the last three digits of a number are divisible by 8 then that number is divisible by 8.

So, the last 3 digits of 148109326 = 326

326/8 = 6 remainders

When 326 is divided by 8, there will be a remainder of 6.

So, 6 can be subtracted from 148109326 so that it becomes divisible by 8.