Find the least common multiple (LCM) of 8 and 12.
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Using prime factors 8 = 2^3 and 12 = 2^2 × 3, the LCM uses the highest powers: 2^3 × 3 = 24.
Find the least common multiple (LCM) of 8 and 12.
Using prime factors 8 = 2^3 and 12 = 2^2 × 3, the LCM uses the highest powers: 2^3 × 3 = 24.