Question

    When 1062, 1134 and 1182 are divided by the greatest number x, the remainder in each case is y. What is the value of (x – y) ?

    A 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 18 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1062, 1134, 1182 1182 – 1134 = 48 1134 – 1062 = 72 1182 – 1062 = 120 HCf of there is 24 When we 1062 divided by 24 remainder is 6 = x = 24, y = 6 = 24 – 6 = 18

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