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Q. The LCM of two number is 48. The number are in the ratio of 2:3. Find sum of the numbers.

  • (A) 28
  • (B) 32
  • (C) 40
  • (D) 64
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Admin

Let the numbers be 2x and 3x.
So, their LCM = 6x
However, the LCM is given as 48
∴ 6x = 48
⇒ x=8
So, the numbers are 16 and 24.
Hence, their sum is 40.

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