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  1. Three number are in the ratio of 3 : 4 : 5 and their L.C.M. is 2400. Their H.C.F. is:

  2. A.

    40

    B.

    80

    C.

    120

    D.

    200

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    Answer : Option A

    Explanation :

    Let the numbers be 3x, 4x and 5x.

     

    Then, their L.C.M. = 60x.

     

    So, 60x = 2400 or x = 40.

     

     The numbers are (3 x 40), (4 x 40) and (5 x 40).

     

       Hence, required H.C.F. = 40.

     


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