Three numbers are in the ratio of 2 : 3 : 5 and their LCM is 90 . Find their HCF.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
Let the number be 2x, 3x and 5x.
LCM of (2x, 3x and 5x) = 2 × 3 × 5 × (x)
⇒ 30x
According to the question,
30x = 90
⇒ x = 3
So, numbers are 6, 9, 15
6 = 2 × 3
9 = 3 × 3
15 =3 × 5
So, HCF = 3