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