What is the remainder when 987654321 is divided by 9?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 0.
To find the remainder when a number is divided by 9, we use the rule:
- Sum of digits method
Given number: 987654321
Sum of digits = 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 45
Now 45 ÷ 9 = 5 remainder 0