Which of the following numbers must be added to 5678 so that the result leaves…
2024
Which of the following numbers must be added to 5678 so that the result leaves a remainder of 35 when divided by 460?
- A.
980
- B.
797
- C.
955
- D.
618
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Correct answer: B
Goal: Find x such that 5678 + x leaves remainder 35 when divided by 460.
Current remainder: 5678 = 460 × 12 + 158, so 5678 leaves remainder 158.
Required condition: 158 + x should leave remainder 35.
So, x ≡ 35 − 158 = −123 ≡ 337 (mod 460).
The smallest such number is 337, but it is not in the options. Add 460 once: 337 + 460 = 797.
Correct answer: 797