JAMB Mathematics 1995 Question 1

Question 1

Number Bases

Calculate 33105 − 14425.

  1. A.13135
  2. B.21315
  3. C.43025
  4. D.11035
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Answer: A (13135)

Explanation

In base ten, 33105 = 455 and 14425 = 247, so the difference is 208. 208 = 1×125 + 3×25 + 1×5 + 3, which is 13135.