Find the LCM of 8, 12, 18, 24 and 36.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e 72.
Prime factorization
8 = 2³
12 = 2² × 3
18 = 2 × 3²
24 = 2³ × 3
36 = 2² × 3²
Highest power of 2 = 2³
Highest power of 3 = 3²
LCM = 2³ × 3² = 8 × 9 = 72