Two numbers are in the ratio of 15:11. If their H.C.F. is 13, find the numbers.

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Two numbers are in the ratio of 15:11. If their H.C.F. is 13, find the numbers.

  1. A.

    185,153

  2. B.

    195,153

  3. C.

    153,195

  4. D.

    195,143

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Correct answer: D

To find the two numbers when their ratio and Highest Common Factor (H.C.F.) are known, you can use a direct multiplication approach.

The Concept
When two numbers are given in a ratio a:b, they can be represented as a * x and b * x, where x is the common factor. In this case, the H.C.F. of the numbers is precisely that common factor, x.

Calculation
Given Ratio: 15:11

Given H.C.F.: 13

Identify the Numbers:

First number = 15 * 13 = 195

Second number = 11 * 13 = 143

The numbers are 195 and 143.

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