Which one of the following is a factor of the sum of first twenty five natural numbers?

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

Question: Which one of the following is a factor of the sum of first twenty five natural numbers?

A   26

B   24

C   13

D   12

Answer:   13

 

FactorsDescriptionSolution
1Every integer is divisible by 1.325 ÷ 1 = 325
5The sum of the first 25 natural numbers, 325, is divisible by 5.325 ÷ 5 = 65
13325 is divisible by 13.325 ÷ 13 = 25
25325 is divisible by 25.325 ÷ 25 = 13