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PS · Problem Solving
sub-505
Divisibility/Multiples/Factors
If integer a is divided by integer b, the result is equal to c. Which of the following expressions represents the remainder in terms of a, b, and c?
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c - ab
B
ab - c
a - bc
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D
ab - c
E
ca - b
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When integer a is divided by integer b, the result is equal to c. We can express this relationship using the equation a = bc + r, where r…
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VarnicaJun 21, 2024
Tricky wording but good practice
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JanetFeb 8, 2024
cheers!
What this question tests
What it tests
Your understanding of divisibility rules, least common multiples, and greatest common factors.
Common trap
Forgetting that 1 is not prime and that every integer divides 0.
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sub-505
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PS
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