SSC MTS 2020 · PYQ · HCF and LCM · medium
Which is the largest number that will divide 2036 and 233 leaving remainders 12 and 13, respectively?
Answer
The correct answer is C: 44. We need HCF of (2036−12) and (233−13) = HCF of 2024 and 220. 2024 = 2³×11×23 and 220 = 2²×5×11.
- A.42
- B.46
- C.44✓ Correct
- D.36
We need HCF of (2036−12) and (233−13) = HCF of 2024 and 220. 2024 = 2³×11×23 and 220 = 2²×5×11. HCF = 4×11 = 44.
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