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Aptitude · Q49

Problems On H.C.F And L.C.M

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 49

Q49

Two numbers are in the ratio 3 : 4, if their H.C.F. is 4, then their L.C.M. = ?

A.
48
Answer
B.
42
C.
36
D.
24

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Let number be = x, y
x : y = 3 : 4 (given)
H.C.F. = 4
∴ Number are = x = 4 × 3 = 12
y = 4 × 4 = 16
L.C.M. of (12, 16)
= 4 × 3 × 4
= 48