Q3
The difference between a two-digit number and the number obtained by interchanging the positions of its digits is 36. What is the difference between the two digits of that number?
A.
3
B.
4
AnswerC.
9
D.
Cannot be determined
E.
None of these
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Let the ten's digit be x and unit's digit be y.Then, (10x + y) - (10y + x) = 36
⇒ 9(x - y) = 36
⇒ x - y = 4