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Q · LCM and HCFModerate · 45s
The sum of two numbers is 153 and their HCF is 17. Find their LCM if they are coprime after dividing by HCF.
TopicLCM and HCF
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Numbers = 68 and 85
LCM = (68 × 85) ÷ 17 = 340
Final Answer: Option B - 340