Finding ? to Make A Multiple of 7, 11, and 13

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In summary, the best approach for finding a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13 is to use the least common multiple (LCM) of the three numbers. This can be found by using prime factorization or a calculator. There is a specific formula for finding the LCM, but there are also shortcuts that can be used. It is possible to find the LCM without a calculator, but using a calculator may be more efficient for larger numbers.
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A=$\underbrace{22--22}\,?\,\underbrace{33--33}$
$\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\, \,\, \,\, 50$$\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\,\, \,\, 50$
find $?$
(1) to make A a multiple of $7$
(2) to make A a multiple of $11$
(3) to make A a multiple of $13$
 
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A=$\underbrace{22--22}\,?\,\underbrace{33--33}$
$\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\, \,\, \,\, 50$$\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\,\, \,\, 50$
find $? (0\leq ? \leq 9)$
(1) to make A a multiple of $7$
(2) to make A a multiple of $11$
(3) to make A a multiple of $13$
hint :
$7|111111,\,\,11|111111, \, and \,\, 13|111111$
 
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Albert said:
A=$\underbrace{22--22}\,?\,\underbrace{33--33}$
$\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\, \,\, \,\, 50$$\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\, \,\,\,\,\,\, \,\, 50$
find $?$
(1) to make A a multiple of $7$
(2) to make A a multiple of $11$
(3) to make A a multiple of $13$

we have xxxxxx is divisible by 1001 or 7 * 11 * 13
so we remove 48 2's from A that is subtract 48 $2's * 10^{53}$ and then subtract {3 ...3}( 48 3's) and divide by 10^{48} and we get 22?33 . we have 22?22 divisible by 22 subtracting get
?11 . we can check that(by putting from 0 to 9) ? is 0 to be divisible by 11. 5 to be divisible by 7 and 6 to be divisible by 13
 
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kaliprasad said:
we have xxxxxx is divisible by 1001 or 7 * 11 * 13
so we remove 48 2's from A that is subtract 48 $2's * 10^{53}$ and then subtract {3 ...3}( 48 3's) and divide by 10^{48} and we get 22?33 . we have 22?22 divisible by 22 subtracting get
?11 . we can check that(by putting from 0 to 9) ? is 0 to be divisible by 11. 5 to be divisible by 7 and 6 to be divisible by 13
nice !
 

FAQ: Finding ? to Make A Multiple of 7, 11, and 13

What is the best approach for finding a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13?

The best approach for finding a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13 is to use the least common multiple (LCM) of the three numbers. This means finding the smallest number that is divisible by all three numbers using prime factorization.

Can I use a calculator to find a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13?

Yes, you can use a calculator to find the LCM of 7, 11, and 13. Most calculators have a function for finding the LCM of multiple numbers. You can also use prime factorization on a calculator to find the LCM manually.

Is there a specific formula for finding a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13?

Yes, there is a formula for finding the LCM of multiple numbers. It involves finding the prime factorization of each number, multiplying all the unique prime factors, and then raising each factor to the highest power it appears in any of the numbers. This will give you the LCM of the numbers.

Are there any shortcuts for finding a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13?

Yes, there are some shortcuts that can be used to find the LCM of multiple numbers. One method is to list out the multiples of each number until you find a common multiple. Another method is to find the LCM of pairs of numbers and then use that result to find the LCM of the remaining numbers.

Is it possible to find a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13 without using a calculator?

Yes, it is possible to find a number that is a multiple of 7, 11, and 13 without using a calculator. This can be done by using prime factorization and finding the LCM manually. However, using a calculator may be quicker and more efficient for larger numbers.

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