Question

    What is the least number that should be multiplied to

    735 so that it becomes divisible by 42?
    A 6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Since, 735 = 3 × 5 × 7 × 7 To be divisible by ‘42’, a number must be divisible by all 2, 3 and 7. Since, 735 is divisible by ‘3’ and ‘7’. So, the least number that we need to multiply is ‘2’. Therefore, required answer is 2.

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