CSATData Interpretation & SufficiencyDivisibility Divisors and Remainder2025

A question is given followed by two Statements I and II. Consider the Question and the Statements and mark the correct option. Question: What is the smallest 1-digit number having exactly 4 distinct factors ? 1. Statement I: 2 is one of the factors. 2. Statement II: 3 is one of the factors. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements?

A

The Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other statement alone.

B

The Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

C

The Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

D

The Question can be answered even without using any of the Statements.

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. **Analyze the Request:** The question asks for a specific number: the 'smallest 1-digit number having exactly 4 distinct factors'. 2. **Strategy Check (A Priori):** Before looking at the statements, I ask: Is

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