Question

If (k-8) is the highest factor of 56 and 77, then find the value of k

Answer 1

Answer:

15

Step-by-step explanation:

find HCF of 56

i.e

56= 2x2x2x7

77= 7x11

HCF in both is 7

As per question

k-8 = HCF

k-8 = 7

k = 7+8

k = 15

therefore, value of k is 15