Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

What can be the maximum value of digits shown by *, so that the sum (873369*98 + 3627*54) is divisible by 3

  1. 2

  2. 9

  3. 5

  4. 7

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 3. For the sum to be divisible by 3, the total digit sum including the unknowns (*) must be a multiple of 3. Testing the options, 5 is the maximum value that satisfies the condition.