SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 126

SSC CPO - 9 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q126

What is the least value of x so that the number 8x5215 becomes divisible by 9?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 6.

Given that

The number 8x5215 becomes divisible by 9

Divisibility rule of 9 : If the sum of digits of a number is divisible by 9 than that number also divisible by 9

The sum of the digits of the number = 8 + x + 5 + 2 + 1 + 5 = 21 + x

Hence, For the completely divisible by 9 the value of x should be 6