SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 104

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q104

Let the HCF of m and n be ‘a’ and let n = ab, LCM of m and n is given by:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. bm.

The HCF of m and n be ‘a’ and let n = ab

The product of two numbers = HCF × LCM

Calculation

m × n = a × LCM

LCM = mn/a 

Put the value of n = ab

LCM = mab/a = bm