What is the least common multiple of 8 and 14?
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Explanation:
Alright, first we need to look at the what an LCM is. A least common multiple (LCM) is the lowest multiple that two or more numbers share.
For example, the numbers
Multiples of
Multiples of
So lets look at the LCM of
Since
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56
Explanation:
To find the least common multiple find the prime factorization of each number and multiply the unique non repeated factors.
The 1 factor of 2 in 14 is a repeat of the 3 factors of 2 in 8. It is not
necessary to use that fourth factor of 2. three factors of 2 is enough
The 1 factor of 7 is a unique factor. The factor of 7 is necessary so
The LCM =
The least Common Multiple of 8 and 14 is 56