Question

the largest number which divides 70 and 125 ,leaving remainders 5and 8 respectively is ​

Answer 1

Answer:

13

Step-by-step explanation:

Since, 5 and 8 are the remainders of 70 and 125, respectively. Thus, after subtracting these remainders from the numbers, we have the numbers 65 = (70-5),

117 = (125 – 8), which is divisible by the required number.

Now, required number = HCF of 65,117                                     [for the largest number]

For this, 117 = 65 × 1 + 52 [∵ dividend = divisior × quotient + remainder]

⇒ 65 = 52 × 1 + 13

⇒ 52 = 13 × 4 + 0

∴ HCF = 13

Hence, 13 is the largest number which divides 70 and 125, leaving remainders 5 amnd 8.