Q. The HCF and LCM of two numbers are 8 and 48 respectively. If one of the number is 24, then the other number is = ?
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Correct Answer: (D)
16
Explanation: HCF = 8
LCM = 48
One number = 24
Let other number be = y
∴ 24y = 48 × 8
⇔ y = 16
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
HCF = 8
LCM = 48
One number = 24
Let other number be = y
∴ 24y = 48 × 8
⇔ y = 16
LCM = 48
One number = 24
Let other number be = y
∴ 24y = 48 × 8
⇔ y = 16