Question

Find the greatest number which divides 82 and 731 leaving remainders 1

and 2 respectively.
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Answer 1

Answer:

81

Step-by-step explanation:

We are given that on dividing 82 by the required number remainder is 1

so , 82 - 1 = 81

same for the 2nd

731 - 2 = 729

Take out the HCF

HCF = 81

Therefore and = 81