Which is the HCF of (32) and (48)?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (16)
Step 1: (32=2^5) and (48=2^4\times3). Step 2: The only common prime factor is (2), and the smaller power is (2^4). Step 3: (2^4=16), so the HCF is (16).
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct answer to this question?
(16)
Why is this the correct answer?
Step 1: (32=2^5) and (48=2^4\times3). Step 2: The only common prime factor is (2), and the smaller power is (2^4). Step 3: (2^4=16), so the HCF is (16).
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Real Numbers. Topic: HCF and LCM using prime factorisation.
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