Short Trick to find HCF of more than 2 numbers

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Module outline

  1. Quantitative Ability: Speed Mathematics and Basic Mathematics, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion (Ratios), Average, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Time and Work, Pipe and Cistern, Speed Time and Distance, Number System, HCF LCM, Data Interpretation, Age Problems, Mixture and Alligation, Partnership, Algebra, Sequence and Series (Series), Mensuration and Geometry, Arithmetic
  2. Reasoning Ability: Puzzle Solving (Puzzles), Seating Arrangements, Coding Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions (Direction Test), Syllogisms, Data Sufficiency, Ranking, Order and Sequence, Series (Number and Letter Series) (Numerical Relations and Reasoning), Logical Sequence Of Words, Calendar, Clock, Cubes & Dices, Analytical Reasoning (Counting Figures Reasoning), Data Arrangement, Non Verbal Reasoning (Spatial Aptitude) (Spatial Reasoning) (Visual Reasoning), Deductive and Inductive Reasoning (Logical Deduction and Induction) (Prepositional Reasoning)
  3. Verbal Ability: Comprehension / Reading Comprehension / Unseen Passages (Critical Reasoning) (Paragraph Questions), Cloze Test (Cloze Passage), Sentence Re-arrangements (Para Jumbles) (Narrative Sequencing), Vocabulary, Sentence Completion (Fill in the blanks), Active Passive Voice (Voice), Direct and Indirect Speech, Subject Verb Agreement (Verb Noun Agreement), Tenses, Preposition, Articles, Sentence Correction (Error Correction)
  4. Programming Basics (MCQs + Interview): C Programming by Yash Sir, Programming in C++, Java, Python for Placements by Yash Sir
  5. OOPs (MCQs + Interview): Object Oriented Programming (OOPS)
  6. DBMS (MCQs + Interview): Basics of DBMS, ER Diagram, Relational Model & Functional Dependencies, Keys & Integrity Constraints, Normalization (1NF - BCNF), Transaction Management, Decomposition Properties & 4NF, Concurrency Control, Database Recovery, File Organization & Indexing, Relational Algebra, Database Security & Authorization
  7. SQL (MCQs + Interview): SQL
  8. Operating Systems (MCQs + Interview): Introduction to OS, Process Management, CPU Scheduling, Deadlock, Threads & Process Creation, Memory Management, Virtual Memory, Process Synchronization, Disc Scheduling, File Management, Security
  9. Computer Networks (MCQs + Interview): Introduction to CN, Data Communication, DLL: Access Control, DLL: Flow Control, DLL: Error Control, DLL: Framing, Data Link Layer - Ethernet, Net Layer: IPv4 & Proto, Net Layer: IP Addressing, Net Layer:Routing Protocol, Transport Layer Services, TL: Congestion & UDP, Application Layer, Hardware basics, Network Security, Mobile Technology, Cloud Computing and IoT, Cyber and Info Security
  10. Coding: Coding Questions by Yash Sir
  11. HR Interview: MR & HR Interview Preparation
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This educational video provides a comprehensive lesson on finding the Highest Common Factor (HCF) of multiple numbers using the 'by parts' method. The video begins with an introduction to the topic, defining HCF and presenting the core formula: HCF(a,b,c) = HCF(HCF(a,b),c). The instructor then demonstrates this method with a detailed example, calculating HCF(24, 40, 42, 44). The process involves breaking down the four numbers into pairs, first finding the HCF of the first two numbers (24 and 40), which is 8. This result is then used to find the HCF with the next number (42), yielding 2. Finally, the HCF of 2 and 44 is calculated, resulting in 2. The video uses a digital whiteboard for all calculations and includes a small inset of the instructor, Yash Jain, who explains the steps. The lesson concludes with a final answer and a 'Thanks for Watching' screen.

Chapters

  1. 0:00 – 2:00 00:00-02:00

    The video opens with a title card for 'LCM & HCF' and transitions to a classroom-style animation. The instructor, Yash Jain, introduces the topic of HCF, defining it as the Highest Common Factor. The on-screen text clearly states 'Highest Common Factor (HCF)' and the formula 'HCF (a,b,c) = HCF (HCF (a,b),c)' is displayed. The instructor explains that this formula is the basis for the 'by parts' method, which will be used to find the HCF of three or more numbers by solving them in pairs.

  2. 2:00 – 5:00 02:00-05:00

    The instructor begins a worked example, writing 'HCF (24, 40, 42, 44)' on the digital whiteboard. He applies the 'by parts' method, first calculating HCF(24, 40). Using the Euclidean algorithm, he divides 40 by 24, getting a remainder of 16, then divides 24 by 16, getting a remainder of 8, and finally divides 16 by 8, getting a remainder of 0. The last non-zero remainder, 8, is the HCF of 24 and 40. This result is then used to find HCF(8, 42), which is shown to be 2. The process continues with HCF(2, 44), which is 2. The instructor's voiceover explains each step of the calculation.

  3. 5:00 – 6:23 05:00-06:23

    The final calculation is completed, showing that HCF(2, 44) is 2. The instructor writes the final answer, 'HCF (24, 40, 42, 44) = 2', on the screen. The video then transitions to a black screen with an orange and white 'THANKS FOR WATCHING' message, concluding the lesson.

The video presents a clear, step-by-step demonstration of the 'by parts' method for calculating the HCF of multiple numbers. It effectively breaks down a complex problem into a series of simpler, manageable calculations. The use of a digital whiteboard allows for a clean and organized presentation of the mathematical process, while the instructor's narration provides a clear explanation of the underlying logic, making the concept accessible for students.

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