SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 75

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q75

Which of the following is divisible by 99?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 2767149.

Divisibility Rule for 99 = A number is divisible by 99 if it is divisible by both 9 and 11.

 2767149

Sum of digits : 2 + 7   + 6 + 7 + 1 + 4 + 9 = 36 → divisible by 9 

Alternating sum: 2 − 7 + 6 − 7 + 1 − 4 + 9 = 0

0 is divisible by 11
→ Divisible by 99