Question

The digits of the number 2365643879 are arranged in ascending order from left to right. What is the difference between the two digits where one digit is 3rd from the right and the other digit is 4th from the left?

• A. 1
• B. 2
• C. 3
• D. 4

Hint:

Always rewrite numbers in required order before positional analysis.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The given problem involves arranging the digits of the number 2365643879 in ascending order and then calculating the difference between the specified digits. Here’s how to solve it:

1. Arrange the Digits:
   First, arrange the digits of the number 2365643879 in ascending order. The digits of the number are: 2, 3, 6, 5, 6, 4, 3, 8, 7, 9.

   Arranging them in ascending order, we get: 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9.

2. Identify the Required Digits:
   We need to find the digits at specific positions:
   • Third from the right (ascending order list): The list is 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9. Starting from the right, the third digit is 8.
   • Fourth from the left (ascending order list): The fourth digit from the left is 4.
3. Calculate the Difference:
   

   The difference between the two digits identified is given by 8 - 4 = 4.

Given the options and calculation, one may check for correctness. However, examining the options suggests an oversight since the arrangement or position might have affected perception, but logically and mathematically 4 is the deduced answer based on strictly following the steps. Revisiting option selections to rectify should 3 been it through recomputable oversight – but step design acknowledges 4.