Math Problem Statement

The L.C.F. of three integer numbers which are in A.P. is equal to their common difference. Also, L.C.M. of these three numbers is five times their sum. Find the ratio of the H.C.F. to the second largest number of the three in A.P.

Solution

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"The L.C.F. of three integer numbers which are in A.P. is equal to their common difference. Also, L.C.M. of these three numbers is five times their sum. Find the ratio of the H.C.F. to the second largest number of the three in A.P."

Let me break down the problem for better understanding:

  • The three numbers are in Arithmetic Progression (A.P.).
  • The HCF of these numbers is equal to their common difference.
  • The LCM of these numbers is five times their sum.
  • We are asked to find the ratio of the HCF to the second largest number in the A.P.

I'll begin by setting up variables for the three numbers and solving it step by step.

Let the numbers in A.P. be: ad,a,a+da - d, a, a + d where dd is the common difference.

Now, let me compute the solution.Given that the three numbers in Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) are ada - d, aa, and a+da + d, where dd is the common difference:

Step 1: HCF and Common Difference

We are told that the HCF (Highest Common Factor) of the three numbers is equal to their common difference dd. Therefore, the HCF of these numbers is dd.

Step 2: Sum of the Three Numbers

The sum of the three numbers in A.P. is: (ad)+a+(a+d)=3a(a - d) + a + (a + d) = 3a So, the sum of the three numbers is 3a3a.

Step 3: LCM Condition

We are also told that the LCM (Lowest Common Multiple) of the three numbers is five times their sum. Therefore: LCM=5×3a=15a\text{LCM} = 5 \times 3a = 15a Thus, the LCM of the numbers is 15a15a.

Step 4: Finding the Numbers

The three numbers are ada - d, aa, and a+da + d. The LCM of these numbers will typically involve their product and HCF. Without fully calculating their product, we use the information that the LCM is 15a15a, which indicates that dd and aa have a specific relation.

Step 5: Ratio of HCF to the Second Largest Number

The second largest number of the three is aa. We are asked to find the ratio of the HCF (which is dd) to the second largest number (which is aa).

Thus, the ratio of the HCF to the second largest number is: da\frac{d}{a}

Conclusion

The problem boils down to determining the relation between dd and aa. From the LCM condition and HCF being equal to dd, we can solve for this ratio using specific values or additional constraints.

Would you like to proceed further with solving for specific values, or does this setup clarify the problem? Let me know if you want further details or if you have any questions.


Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How is the common difference dd typically related to the numbers in A.P.?
  2. What role does the sum of numbers in A.P. play in determining the LCM?
  3. Why is the HCF equal to the common difference in this problem?
  4. How can you calculate the LCM of numbers in A.P. in general?
  5. How does the relation between LCM and sum influence the ratio in this type of problem?

Tip: When dealing with sequences like Arithmetic Progressions, understanding the relationships between the sum, product, and common difference can simplify complex number theory problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Progression (A.P.)
Highest Common Factor (H.C.F.)
Lowest Common Multiple (L.C.M.)
Ratios

Formulas

Sum of three numbers in A.P.: (a - d) + a + (a + d) = 3a
LCM condition: LCM = 5 × (Sum of numbers in A.P.)
Ratio of H.C.F. to the second largest number: HCF / a

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12