Multiple choice

A number, divisible by 7, which when divided by 4, 9 or 12 leaves a remainder 3. Then the number is

  1. 77

  2. 98

  3. 147

  4. 210

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

LCM of 4, 9, 12 is 36. Number is of form 36k + 3. Also divisible by 7. Checking: 36(1)+3=39(no), 36(2)+3=75(no), 36(3)+3=111(no), 36(4)+3=147(yes, 147/7=21). Option C is correct.