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If the sum of two numbers is 55 and the H.C.F and L.C.M of these numbers are 5 and 120 respectively, then the sum of the reciprocals of the numbers is equal to

Correct Answer: 11/120

Explanation:

Let the numbers be a and b . Then, a+b =55 and ab = 5 x 120 = 600.


 


Therefore, Required sum =  1 a + 1 b = a + b a b = 55 600 = 11 120


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