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parent2013
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Re: tiles problem

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Yes. Was meant to type calculate HCF of (460,600). Actually it multiplies to a diff number 276000.
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Bob1892
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Re: tiles problem

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Thanks guys for the hints. Much appreciated.
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Okanagan
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Re: tiles problem

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And 460 x 600 isn't 460600
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parent2013
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Re: tiles problem

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Okanagan wrote:And 460 x 600 isn't 460600
Was meant to type 460,600 (see my previous post)
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lauren85
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Re: tiles problem

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First we will have to convert the lengths to centimeters. 4.6m = 460cm and 6m = 600cm. Then use the GCF: GCF(460,600) = 20cm The square tiles should each have a side of 20cm at most.
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