SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 143

SSC CPO - 9 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q143

Find the largest number that completely divides 24, 56, and 96.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 8.

Given that

The largest number completely divides 24, 56, and 96.

According to the question

The prime factorization of 24, 56, and 96

⇒ 24 = 23 × 3

⇒ 56 = 23 × 7

⇒ 96 = 25 × 3

Hence, the highest number is = 23 = 8