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If x and y are the two digits of the number 565xy such that this number is divisible by 80, then x+y is equal to:
- A.
2
(Correct Answer) - B.
3
- C.
8
- D.
6
Explanation
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Divisibility by 80: The number must be divisible by 10 and 8.
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For 10: The last digit y must be 0.
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For 8: The last three digits 5x0 must be divisible by 8.
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If x=2, 520 is divisible by 8.
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If x=6, 560 is divisible by 8.
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Calculation:
Correct Option: (a) or (d) (Both 2 and 6 are mathematically valid).
Explanation
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Divisibility by 80: The number must be divisible by 10 and 8.
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For 10: The last digit y must be 0.
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For 8: The last three digits 5x0 must be divisible by 8.
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If x=2, 520 is divisible by 8.
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If x=6, 560 is divisible by 8.
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Calculation:
Correct Option: (a) or (d) (Both 2 and 6 are mathematically valid).