When a positive integer is divided by (3), which form is not a standard form?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (3q+3)
Step 1: On division by (3), possible remainders are (0,1,2). Step 2: In (3q+3), the remainder is (3), which equals the divisor. Step 3: It should be written correctly as (3(q+1)).
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What is the correct answer to this question?
(3q+3)
Why is this the correct answer?
Step 1: On division by (3), possible remainders are (0,1,2). Step 2: In (3q+3), the remainder is (3), which equals the divisor. Step 3: It should be written correctly as (3(q+1)).
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Real Numbers. Topic: Euclid’s Division Lemma.