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  1. On dividing a number by 56, we get 29 as remainder. On dividing the same number by 8, what will be the remainder ?

  2. A.

    4

    B.

    5

    C.

    6

    D.

    7

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    Formula: (Divisor*Quotient) + Remainder = Dividend.

    Soln:

    (56*Q)+29 = D -------(1)

    D%8 = R -------------(2)

    From equation(2),

    ((56*Q)+29)%8 = R.

    => Assume Q = 1.

    => (56+29)%8 = R.

    => 85%8 = R

    => 5 = R.


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