Question

Find the LCM of 24 and 36 by prime factorization ​

Answer 1

Answer:

72

Prime factorization of 24 and 36 is (2 × 2 × 2 × 3) = 23 × 31and (2 × 2 × 3 × 3) = 22 × 32 respectively. LCM of 24 and 36 can be obtained by multiplying prime factors raised to their respective highest power, i.e. 23 × 32 = 72. Hence, the LCM of 24 and 36 by prime factorization is 72.

Answer 2

Answer:

24=2×2×2×3

36=2×2×3×3