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On dividing a number by 357, we get 40 as remainder. On dividing the same number 17, what will be the remainder ?
Select:
A) 6
B) 3
C) 5
D) 8
E) 11
Let x be the number and y be the quotient. Then,   x = 357 x y + 40   = (17 x 21 x y) + (17 x 2) + 6   = 17 x (21y + 2) + 6)   Required remainder = 6.   6nswer: Option 6
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On dividing a number by 357, we get 40 as remainder. On dividing the same number 17, what will be the remainder ?