I have got some chocolates to be distributed. when they are put in packets of 2,3,4 or 5 each, I am left with one. If they are put in packets of seven, I am left with none. What is the minimum nimber of chocolates that I have?

Asked by ca_vipin | 10th Oct, 2010, 12:50: PM

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Answered by  | 7th Apr, 2015, 11:52: AM

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