SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 127

SSC CPO - 24 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q127

How many numbers between 400 and 700 are divisible by 5, 6 and 7?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 2.

L.C.M of 5, 6 and 7 = 210

The first number divisible by 210 between 400 and 700 is 420.

The last number divisible by 210 between 400 and 700 is 630.

Tn = a + (n - 1) × d

here, Tn = Number of terms, a = first term, d = common difference

⇒ 630 = 420 + (n - 1) × 210

⇒ 210 = (n - 1) × 210

⇒ (n - 1) = 1

⇒ n = 2