Find the greatest number which on dividing 1657 and 2037, leaves remainders 6 and 5, respectively.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 127.
1657 − 6 = 1651
2037 − 5 = 2032
HCF(1651, 2032) = 127
SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 06 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53
Find the greatest number which on dividing 1657 and 2037, leaves remainders 6 and 5, respectively.
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 127.
1657 − 6 = 1651
2037 − 5 = 2032
HCF(1651, 2032) = 127