Two numbers are in the ratio 12 : 7. If their HCF is 25, find the numbers.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 300, 175.
Let the two numbers be 12x and 7x
So,
The HCF of 12x and 7x = x
⇒ x = 25
Hence,
The largest number = 12x = 12 × 25 = 300 and,
The smallest number = 7x = 7 × 25 = 175