Hi, I'm really confused at how to find the answer. Could you explain how you would find it? Thanks! Question: The number n is a 2-digit number. When n is divided by 10, the remainder is 9, and when n is divided by 9, the remainder is 8. What is the value of n? Answer: 89

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Hi, I'm really confused at how to find the answer.  Could you explain how you would find it?  Thanks!  Question:  The number n is a 2-digit number. When n is divided by 10, the remainder is 9, and when n is divided by 9, the remainder is 8. What is the value of n?   Answer: 89

anonymous · Answer

Okay Rapunzel 
since u get 9 on dividing with 10 last digit is 9
so no is one of 19 ,29,39,49,59,69,79,89,99
only 89 give remainder 8 with 9

anonymous · Answer

Ha, ha - I like that :)

anonymous · Answer

Okay!  I see it now!  Thank you so much!  That was very helpful. :)