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A quick test for 7 says: chop off the last digit, double it, and subtract it from what is left; repeat until you can judge the result by eye. Which of these numbers passes the test?

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  • A4321
  • B5683
  • C3927
  • D2468

Step-by-Step Solution

Apply the test to 3927: , then , and . So . The others fail: 4321 reduces to 43 (remainder 1 on division by 7), 5683 leaves 6 and 2468 leaves 4. Note the test subtracts twice the last digit — subtracting the digit itself is the usual mistake and would wrongly pass 4321.
Answer: C) 3927

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