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The HCF and LCM of two numbers are 44 and 264 respectively. If the first number is divided by 2, the quotient is 44. The other number is:

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Correct Answer: Option C
Given,
HCF = 44
LCM = 264
First Number = When divided by 2, the quotient is 44
So,
First Number = 2 × 44 = 88
Second number = N. (let).

Now, using formula,
HCF × LCM of two numbers = First number × Second number
44 × 264 = 88 × N
N = 132
Second Number = 132

NOTE :
Dividend = Divisor × Quotient + Remainder
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Shiv Sharma
Shiv Sharma 10 years ago
If lcm of two nos.are 144 and 16.hcf of 1st no.is 2 then find out the hcf of 2nd no.