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The smallest number which when divided by 12, 15, 20 or 54 leaves a remainder of 4 in each case, is:

  1. A
    454
  2. B
    564
  3. C
    544
  4. D
    464

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

The required smallest number can be found using the formula:


Let's find the prime factorization of each number:









Taking the highest powers of all prime factors involved to find the Least Common Multiple (LCM):



Adding the constant remainder of :

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The smallest number which when divided by 12, 15, 20 or 54 leaves a remainder of 4 in each case, is:
A
454
B
564
C
544
D
464

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