Aptitude - Problems on H.C.F and L.C.M - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Problems on H.C.F and L.C.M - General Questions (Q.No. 23)
23.
Find the highest common factor of 36 and 84.
4
6
12
18
Answer: Option
Explanation:

36 = 22 x 32

84 = 22 x 3 x 7

H.C.F. = 22 x 3 = 12.

Discussion:
19 comments Page 2 of 2.

Vinoth said:   8 years ago
36 = 2 * 2 * 3 * 3.
84 = 2 * 2 * 3 * 7.

The common values are 2 * 2 * 3 = 12.

Syed Sheraz Haider said:   7 years ago
36= 1*2*3*4*6*9*12*18.
84=1*2*3*4*6*12*14*21.

So, the HCF is 12.

Dham said:   5 years ago
I think 18 also possible to come here please explain in details.

Parul said:   1 decade ago
Simple method:

84-36 = 48.

48-36 = 12.

HCF = 12.

Sanjeeb,angul said:   1 decade ago
H.C.F OF 36 AND 84 is 12 so common factor is 12

Mahesh said:   1 decade ago
Its so good and also so much help full to all.

Anshu said:   1 decade ago
Can anyone explain this problem clearly.

Ashwin said:   8 years ago
How 12 come? HCF should b 6 na?

Saranya said:   5 years ago
Can you explain clearly?


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