27^5+3^{13} is divisible by
- A. 8
- B. 10 ✓
- C. 12
- D. 21
Correct Answer: B. 10
Explanation
Rewrite 27^5 as (3^3)^5 = 3^{15}. The expression becomes 3^{15} + 3^{13} = 3^{13}(3^2 + 1) = 3^{13}(10). This is clearly a multiple of 10.
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