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  1. If the number 42573 * is exactly divisible by 72, then the minimum value of * is:

  2. A.

    4

    B.

    5

    C.

    6

    D.

    7

    E.

    8

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    72 = 9 x8, where 9 and 8 are co-prime.

    The minimum value of x for which 73x for which 73x is divisible by 8 is, x = 6.

    Sum of digits in 425736 = (4 + 2 + 5 + 7 + 3 + 6) = 27, which is divisible by 9.

    Required value of * is 6.


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