Least Common Multiple (LCM)

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What does LCM stand for?

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LCM stands for Least Common Multiple.

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What is the definition of the Least Common Multiple (LCM)?

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The Least Common Multiple (LCM) of two or more integers is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by each of the integers.

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How do you find the LCM of two numbers using prime factorization?

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To find the LCM using prime factorization, factor each number into its prime factors, then take the highest power of each prime that appears in the factorizations.

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What is the LCM of 1 and any number?

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The LCM of 1 and any number is the number itself.

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What is the relationship between GCD and LCM?

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The relationship is given by the formula: LCM(a, b) = (a * b) / GCD(a, b), where GCD is the greatest common divisor.

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What is the LCM of two prime numbers?

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The LCM of two prime numbers is their product.

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How can you find the LCM of more than two numbers?

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To find the LCM of more than two numbers, find the LCM of the first two numbers, then use that result to find the LCM with the next number, and repeat.

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What is the LCM of 8 and 12?

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The LCM of 8 and 12 is 24.

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What is the LCM of 5 and 7?

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The LCM of 5 and 7 is 35.

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What is the LCM of 3 and 4?

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The LCM of 3 and 4 is 12.