If n is a whole number greater than 1, then n2 (n2 - 1) is always divisible by :
A. 8
B. 10
C. 12
D. 16
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Let N = n2 (n2 - 1) = n2 (n - 1) (n + 1)Then, n = 2
⇒ N = 22 × (2 - 1) (2 + 1)
= (4 × 1 × 3) = 12
Hence, the required number is 12
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Three numbers are in ratio 1 : 2 : 3 and HCF is 12. The numbers are:
A. 12, 24, 36
B. 11, 22, 33
C. 12, 24, 32
D. 5, 10, 15
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