Least Common Multiple
Main Concept
The least common multiple (LCM) of two integers and is the smallest positive integer which is a multiple of both and . Consider two balls bouncing in steps of length and respectively, and watch them bounce until they both land on the ground together (after starting together). The total (horizontal) distance they have traveled is the LCM of and .
Change the parameters of the lowest common multiple by dragging the sliders. Click animate to watch the balls bounce until they find the LCM.
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