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Explain two ways to find the LCM​

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Answer:

1. List the first several multiples of each number.

Look for multiples common to both lists. ...

Look for the smallest number that is common to both lists.

This number is the LCM.

Find the GCF for the two numbers.

Divide that GCF into the either number; it doesn't matter which one you choose, so choose the one that's easier to divide.

Take that answer and multiply it by the other number.

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Hope this helps!

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