Find the least common multiple (LCM) of 18 and 24.
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Prime factorize 18 (2 × 3^2) and 24 (2^3 × 3); the LCM uses the highest powers: 2^3 × 3^2 = 8 × 9 = 72.
Find the least common multiple (LCM) of 18 and 24.
Prime factorize 18 (2 × 3^2) and 24 (2^3 × 3); the LCM uses the highest powers: 2^3 × 3^2 = 8 × 9 = 72.