Question

Find hcf of 50 and 70 by prime factorization

Answer 1

Answer:

1. The prime factorization of 70 is: 2 x 5 x 7.
2. The prime factorization of 50 is: 2 x 5 x 5.
3. The prime factors and multiplicities 70 and 50 have in common are: 2 x 5.
4. 2 x 5 is the gcf of 70 and 50.
5. gcf(70,50) = 10.

Answer 2

Answer:

10

Step-by-step explanation:

50=2*5*5

70=2*5*7

H.C.F =2*5=10