SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 72

SSC CGL - 03 Dec 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q72

Calculate the HCF of 125,1415{{12} \over 5},{{14} \over 15}  and1617{{16} \over 17}.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 2255{{2} \over 255}.

Concept used:

To calculate the HCF of fractions = HCF of numerator/LCM of denominator

Calculations:

HCF of 125,1415{{12} \over 5},{{14} \over 15}  and1617{{16} \over 17}= (HCF of 12, 14 and 16)/(LCM of 5, 15 and 17)

⇒ 2/255