SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 01/12/2016 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q2

Three bells ring at interval of 36 seconds, 40 seconds and 48 seconds respectively. They start ringing together at a particular time. They will ring together after every

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct option is 2.

Given that Three bells ring at interval of 36 seconds, 40 seconds and 48 seconds respectively

To find particular time after which they will ring together, we need to find L.C.M of 36, 40 & 48.

L.C.M of 36,40 & 48 is 720. Therefore three bells will ring together after every 720seconds i.e.., 12minutes.