Question

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7.Find the largest number which divides 87 and 95 leaving remainders 3and 5
respectively,
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Answer 1

Answer:

6

Step-by-step explanation:

Number divides 87 and 95 and leaves rem=3 & 5 respectively.

So, the number can completely divide 87-3 & 95-5 i.e 84 & 90.

now find the highest common factor of 84 & 90 which is 6.

Answer 2

Answer:5

Step-by-step explanation:

87-3=85

95-5=90

5 is the greatest number which divide both 85 and 90.It means 5 is the greatest number which divides 87 and 95 leaving remainder 3 and 5