Find the greatest number which on dividing 1255 and 1490, leaves a reminder of 8 and 11 respectively Choose the correct choice from the following answers: A) 27 B) 29 C) 33 D) 39 E) 41
Explanation:   In this type of question, its obvious we need to calculate the HCF, trick is   HCF of (1255 - 8) and (1490 -11)   = HCF (1247, 1479) = 29   Option 29
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Find the greatest number which on dividing 1255 and 1490, leaves a reminder of 8 and 11 respectively