Understanding Common Multiples

The video tutorial introduces the concept of common multiples, explaining that a common multiple is a number that is a multiple of two or more numbers. It provides examples using the numbers 2 and 4, demonstrating how to find common multiples and the least common multiple. The tutorial also includes an example with three numbers, 2, 4, and 6, to illustrate finding common multiples among multiple numbers. The video concludes with a message about the importance of kindness.

What is a common multiple?

• A number that is a prime number

• A number that is a multiple of two or more numbers

• A number that is a factor of two or more numbers

• A number that is a square of another number

Which of the following is a multiple of 2?

• 3

• 8

• 11

• 5

What is the first common multiple of 2 and 4?

• 8

• 4

• 2

• 6

Which number is not a common multiple of 2 and 4?

• 8

• 12

• 18

• 16

What is the least common multiple of 2 and 4?

• 8

• 4

• 2

• 6

How do you find the least common multiple?

• By finding the largest number that is a multiple of both numbers

• By finding the largest number that is a factor of both numbers

• By finding the smallest number that is a multiple of both numbers

• By finding the smallest number that is a factor of both numbers

Which of the following is a common multiple of 2, 4, and 6?

• 10

• 12

• 16

• 14

What is the least common multiple of 2, 4, and 6?

• 6

• 8

• 10

• 12

Which number is not a common multiple of 2, 4, and 6?

• 18

• 24

• 30

• 36

What is the key takeaway from the video?

• Understanding common multiples

• Learning about prime numbers

• Practicing addition

• Exploring division