least common multiples

Smallest common dividend

Least common multiples is the plural of least common multiple, the smallest number that is a multiple of two or more given numbers.

The least common multiple of 4 and 6 is 12, since 12 is the smallest number divisible by both.

The concept is fundamental in arithmetic with fractions—finding a common denominator means finding a least common multiple.

computation

Euclidean

Flat-space geometry type

algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
divisibilityAbility to divide evenly
calculationMathematical problem-solving process

factorization · prime · decomposition · exponents · divisors · canonical · formula · method · procedure · reduction

arithmetic

multiples

Quantities divisible evenly

divisibleAble to be separated
integerNumber lacking fractions
productManufactured item for sale

quotient · denominator · numerator · fraction · division · composite · sequence · even · odd · ratio

application

fractions

Parts expressed numerically

denominatorsBottom parts of fractions
schedulingAssigning times to events
synchronizationAligning timing across systems

cycles · periodicity · frequency · timing · alignment · intervals · rotation · repetition · patterns · calendars

structure

lattice

Openwork of crossed strips

orderingPlacing in sequence
meetCome into contact
joinConnect or enlist

algebraic · abstract · multiplicative · unique · fundamental · theorem · integers · domain

Opposites

mathematical operation type

least common multiplesgreatest common factors

Largest shared divisors

GCFs · prime factorizations · divisors · factors

Family

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