Question

define LCM.
find LCM of 8,12
i) by writing their multiples
ii)by prime factorization method
iii)by synthetic division method

Answer 1

LCM= the smallest number that is a common multiply of a given set of numbers
1) 8,12
2 |__8,_ 12__
2 |___4,_ 6__
2, _3
now 2*2*2*3= 24
2) 8,12
8= 2*2*2
12=2*2*3
LCM= 2*2*2*3=24
hope it helps

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Least Common Multiple of 8 and 12 LCM(8,12) Least common multiple (LCM) of 8 and 12 is 24.