Find the maximum number of students among whom 1003 chocolates and 2703 candies can be distributed such that each student gets the same number of each.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 17.
Prime factorisation of 1003 and 2703:
⇒ 1003 = 17 × 59
⇒ 2703 = 3 × 17 × 53
The common factor between 1003 and 2703 = 17