Find the HCF of 2^3 × 3^4 and 2^5 x 3^2
HCF rule
For HCF, take the lowest powers of each prime factor.
Compare powers
- For base 2 → powers are 3 and 5 → take 3
- For base 3 → powers are 4 and 2 → take 2
Write HCF
HCF = 2^3×3^2
HCF rule
For HCF, take the lowest powers of each prime factor.
Compare powers
Write HCF
HCF = 2^3×3^2