Question

The least number when divided by $12,16$ and $18$ leaves in each case remainder $5$ is

• A. $149$
• B. $293$
• C. $337$
• D. $481$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$149$

$12=2\times 2\times 3$

$16=2\times 2\times 2\times 2$

$18=2\times 3\times 3$

L.C.M of $12,16,18$ is $144$.

Hence, the required number $=144+5=149$.