UPPSC 2025

Q. A number is divided by 84 and leaves remainder 37. If this number is divided by 12, then the remainder will be

a) 0
b) 3
c) 1
d) 2
Correct Answer: c) 1

Question from UPPSC Prelims CSAT 2025

Explanation:

Let the number be N = 84k + 37. Since 84 is divisible by 12, N ≡ 37 (mod 12). Now, 37 = 12×3 + 1, so the remainder when N is divided by 12 is 1. Hence, option 3.

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