LCM and GCD Number Properties
XAT 2024 · Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation · Easy · Number System
The least common multiple of a number and 990 is 6930. The greatest common divisor of that number and 550 is 110.
What is the sum of the digits of the least possible value of that number?
- A.
6
- B.
9
- C.
14
- D.
18
- E.
None of the remaining options is correct.
Answer
C
Explanation
Let the unknown number be . Since , must contain as a factor. . So must be divisible by , and , giving . Sum of digits of .
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