Number pairs given sum and HCF
CMAT 2020 · Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation · Medium · Number Systems
The sum of two numbers is 135 and their HCF is 9. How many such pairs of numbers can be formed ?
- A.
2
- B.
5
- C.
4
- D.
6
Answer
C
Explanation
Let the two numbers be and , where and are co-prime natural numbers.
.
Co-prime pairs that sum to 15 are .
Thus, 4 such pairs can be formed.
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