38.1k views
2 votes
What is the LCM of 306 and 270

1 Answer

6 votes

Answer:

LCM = 4590

Explanation:

1. Find the prime factorization of 306

306 = 2 × 3 × 3 × 17

2. Find the prime factorization of 270

270 = 2 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 5

3. Multiply each factor the greater number of times it occurs in steps i) or ii) above to find the lcm:

LCM = 2 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 5 × 17


User Winnervc
by
6.7k points