The H.C.F and L.C.M of two numbers are 84 and 21 respectively. If the ratio of the two numbers is 1:4, then the larger of the two numbers is____________?

Problems on L.C.M and H.C.F 19/11/2021

A. 12
B. 48
C. 84
D. 108

Explanation:

Let the numbers be x and 4x. Then, x * 4x = 84 * 21 x2 = (84 * 21)/4 = x = 21.

Hence, larger number = 4x = 84.

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