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On dividing a number by 357, we get 36 as remainder. On dividing the same number 17, what will be the remainder ?
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A) 0 B) 3 C) 5 D) 8 E) 2
Let x be the number and y be the quotient. Then,   x = 357 x y + 36   = (17 x 21 x y) + (17 x 2) + 2   = 17 x (21y + 2) + 2)   Required remainder = 2.   Answer: Option 2
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On dividing a number by 357, we get 36 as remainder. On dividing the same number 17, what will be the remainder ?