Question

what is the smallest number that should be added to 56 so it is divisible by both 5 and 3?
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Answer 1

Answer:

4

Step-by-step explanation:

the number that will be divisible by 3 and 5 both will be divisible by 15

56+4=60

that is divisible by 15

Answer 2

Answer:

4 should be added

Step-by-step explanation:

First we must find the LCM of 5 and 3 which is 15

Which is the closest multiple of 15 to 56

60 is a multiple of 15 and it is very close to 56

60 - 56 = 4

THUS 4 IS THE ANSWER