Least common multiple (LCM)
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lcm(12,15,6)
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Least Common Multiple is :
60Calculate Least Common Multiple for :
12, 15 and 6
Factorize of the above numbers :
12 = 22 • 3
15 = 3 • 5
6 = 2 • 3
Build a prime factors table
| Prime Factor | Number 12 | Number 15 | Number 6 | L.C.M (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
LCM = 22 • 3 • 5
Least Common Multiple is :
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