A number consist of three digit of which the middle one is zero and the sum of other digits is 9. The number formed by interchanging the first and third digits is more than the original number by 297 find the number?
Correct Answer
✅ Option a — 306
All Options:
- A306
- B309
- C603
- D307
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Detailed Solution & Explanation
The value of this original number is:
According to the first condition, the sum of the hundreds and units digits is 9:
The number formed by interchanging the first and third digits is , which has a value of:
According to the second condition, the new number is more than the original number by 297:
We can solve Equations 1 and 2 simultaneously:
Adding Equation 1 and Equation 2:
Now substitute into Equation 1:
Thus, the original number is .
*(Note: If the question meant the reversed/interchanged number, that would be 603, which is option C. However, 'the number' refers to the original number, which is 306, option A.)*
**Correct Option: (a)**
About This Chapter: Equations
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
4-6 Marks
Key Topics
Linear, Quadratic and Cubic Equations
This chapter covers Linear, Quadratic and Cubic Equations and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.
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This topic carries 4-6 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.
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