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. 3)
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Six bells commence tolling together and toll at intervals of 2, 4, 6, 8 10 and 12 seconds respectively. In 30 minutes, how many times do they toll together ?
4
10
15
16
Answer: Option
Explanation:

L.C.M. of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 is 120.

So, the bells will toll together after every 120 seconds(2 minutes).

In 30 minutes, they will toll together 30 + 1 = 16 times.
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Discussion:
170 comments Page 14 of 17.

Nimmi said:   1 decade ago
But why have counted till 120. ?

Suparna said:   1 decade ago
Why 30 divided by 2 and 1 added?

Shrinivasmutagar said:   1 decade ago
Why that 120 sec have been took?

Punk said:   2 decades ago
Why 1 is added? please explain.

Ankit said:   7 years ago
Please explain why 1 is added ?

Saanvi said:   7 years ago
Well said, Thanks @Sravanreddy.

Sirichandana said:   5 years ago
Very well said, thanks @Sravan.

Rohini said:   4 years ago
Thanks everyone for explaining.
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Name said:   7 years ago
How 120 come?

Please explain.

Raksha said:   6 years ago
Why 1 is added please explain?


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