When an even integer p is divided by 7, the remainder is 6. Which of the following, when added to p, gives a sum that

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When an even integer p is divided by 7, the remainder is 6. Which of the following, when added to p, gives a sum that leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 14?

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(a) 10
(b) 14
(c) 16
(d) 26
(e) 32



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Wed Sep 28, 2022 6:04 pm
When an even integer p is divided by 7, the remainder is 6. Which of the following, when added to p, gives a sum that leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 14?

Options

(a) 10
(b) 14
(c) 16
(d) 26
(e) 32



OA D

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We can let p = 6.

Since 26 + 6 = 32, and 32/14 = 2 remainder, 4, we see the correct answer is D.

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