HCF and LCM two numbers are 12 and 396 respectively. If one of the numbers is 36, then the other number is_______?
Correct answer: C. 132
- A. 36
- B. 66
- C. 132
- D. 264
Explanation
For two numbers, product = HCF x LCM. Thus the product is 12 x 396 = 4752, and the other number is 4752 ÷ 36 = 132. The likely mistake is option b, 66, which gives the wrong product and does not produce the stated LCM with 36.
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