How to Find the LCM (2 Different Ways) | Least Common Multiple | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J
15 Dec 202213:27

Summary

TLDRIn this video, Mr. J explains how to find the least common multiple (LCM) using two methods: listing multiples and prime factorization. He begins with listing multiples, which involves skip counting until a common multiple is found. This method works well for smaller numbers, as shown in examples with 9 and 12, and 10 and 25. For larger numbers, Mr. J demonstrates using prime factorization, breaking numbers down into their prime factors and aligning them to find the LCM. He provides clear, step-by-step explanations and examples to help viewers understand both strategies.

Takeaways

  • 🔢 The least common multiple (LCM) is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share.
  • 🧮 A multiple is the result of multiplying a given number by an integer.
  • 🔄 One method to find the LCM is by listing out multiples of each number and finding the smallest common multiple.
  • 9️⃣ To find the LCM of 9 and 12, the multiples of 9 are 9, 18, 27, 36, and 45, while the multiples of 12 are 12, 24, 36, 48, and 60. The LCM is 36.
  • 5️⃣ The LCM of 10 and 25 is found by listing their multiples, 50 being the smallest common multiple.
  • 🔍 Another method to find the LCM is using prime factorization, which is more efficient with larger numbers.
  • 🧩 In prime factorization, break down each number into its prime factors and match them vertically.
  • 📊 For example, the prime factors of 15 are 3 and 5, and the prime factors of 27 are three 3's, making the LCM 135.
  • 🔗 For 28 and 52, the prime factors are 2x2x7 for 28 and 2x2x13 for 52. The LCM is 364.
  • ✔️ Both strategies (listing multiples and prime factorization) can be useful for finding the LCM depending on the complexity of the numbers involved.

Q & A

  • What are two strategies mentioned in the video for finding the Least Common Multiple (LCM)?

    -The two strategies mentioned are listing out multiples and using prime factorization.

  • How is a multiple defined in the context of finding the LCM?

    -A multiple is the result of multiplying a given number by an integer. Another way to think of it is by skip counting.

  • In the first example with the numbers 9 and 12, what is the least common multiple (LCM)?

    -The least common multiple (LCM) of 9 and 12 is 36.

  • How many multiples does the video suggest listing to find the LCM?

    -The video suggests listing four or five multiples of each number to find the LCM.

  • What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 10 and 25 according to the video?

    -The least common multiple (LCM) of 10 and 25 is 50.

  • Why might prime factorization be a better strategy for finding the LCM of larger numbers?

    -Prime factorization is helpful for larger numbers because listing multiples can be difficult and time-consuming as the numbers increase in value.

  • What is the prime factorization of 15 as explained in the video?

    -The prime factorization of 15 is 3 × 5.

  • What is the prime factorization of 27 as explained in the video?

    -The prime factorization of 27 is 3 × 3 × 3.

  • In the example with 15 and 27, what is the least common multiple (LCM) and how is it calculated?

    -The least common multiple (LCM) of 15 and 27 is 135. It is calculated by multiplying 3 × 5 × 3 × 3.

  • How does the video calculate the LCM of 28 and 52 using prime factorization?

    -The prime factorization of 28 is 2 × 2 × 7, and for 52 it is 2 × 2 × 13. The LCM is calculated as 2 × 2 × 7 × 13, which equals 364.

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