SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 54

SSC GD Constable (English) - 24th November 2021 Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

Find the greatest possible length which can be used to measure exactly the lengths 4 m 90 cm, 3 m 85 cm and 12 m 95 cm.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 35 cm.

Calculations:

4 m 90 cm = 490 cm

3 m 85 cm = 385 cm

12 m 95 cm = 1295 cm

The greatest possible length (HCF of 490, 385, 1295) = 35 cm