Question

Can two numbers have 18 as their HCF and 380 as their LCM . Explain ...

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Answer 1

Answer:

NO

Step-by-step explanation:

In prime factorization method,

LCM = HCF × product of all uncommon factors

∴ HCF must be a factor of LCM.

In the givne problem, HCF 18 is not a factor of LCM 380.

∴ any two numbers can not have 18 as their HCF and 380 as their LCM