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Method of Finding LCM

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If a and b are two prime numbers then find LCM(a, b).

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Solution

Prime factorization:
a = a
b = b

LCM = product of greatest power of each prime factor involved in the numbers = a × b

Thus, LCM(a, b) = ab.

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