The subtraction below is in base seven. Find the missing number. 5 1 6 2

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2010

The subtraction below is in base seven. Find the missing number.

5 1 6 2seven

-2 6 4 4seven

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2 * 1 5

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  • A. 2
  • B. 3
  • C. 4
  • D. 5

Correct Answer: A. 2

Explanation

5 1 6 2seven

-2 6 4 4seven

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2 2 1 5

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the missing number is 2



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