Question

If the HCF of 48 and 60 is expressible in the form of 48q-60 , then find the value of q.


Please explain briefly

Answer 1

Answer:

3/2

Step-by-step explanation:

HCF of 48 and 60 is 12

so 12 is expressed is the form of 48q-60

Therefore 48q - 60 = 12

48q = 72

÷12 on both sides

4q = 6

q = 3/2 or 1.5