What is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by both 9 and 12
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The smallest number divisible by both is the LCM. Prime factors: 9 = 3^2, 12 = 2^2 × 3, so LCM = 2^2 × 3^2 = 4 × 9 = 36.
What is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by both 9 and 12
The smallest number divisible by both is the LCM. Prime factors: 9 = 3^2, 12 = 2^2 × 3, so LCM = 2^2 × 3^2 = 4 × 9 = 36.