SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 5

SSC GD Constable - 4 May 2026 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q5

What is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by all 5, 8, 9 and 10?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

5 = 5

8 = 2³

9 = 3²

10 = 2 × 5

Taking the highest power of each prime factor in LCM

2³,3²,5

LCM = 2³ × 3² × 5

= 8 × 9 × 5

= 360