The HCF and LCM of two numbers are 8 and 48 respectively. If the ratio of the two numbers is 2 : 3, then the larger of the two numbers is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
Ratio of two number = 2x : 3x
HCF of 2x and 3x is x.
According to the question, x = 8
So, the larger number = 3 × 8 = 24