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Avery says the greatest common factor of 12 and 15 is 60. Is Avery Correct? Explain how you know.

User Hoggar
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Answer:

Incorrect

Explanation:

60 is the lowest common multiple of 12 and 15, not the greatest common factor.

The greatest common factor of 12 and 15 is 3, not 60.

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