Binomial Theorem
Fractional Part Using Binomial Expansion
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Grade 11

Question:

Fractional part of the number $\dfrac{4^{2022}}{15}$ is equal to
8/15
4/15
14/15
1/15

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: Write $4^{2022}=16^{1011}=(15+1)^{1011}$. Expand and observe all terms except the last are divisible by 15.
$4^{2022}=(15+1)^{1011}\equiv 1\pmod{15}$. Fractional part $=\frac{1}{15}$.
Correct Answer: 4

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