LCM for 8 and 16

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What's the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 8 and 16?

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LCM of 8 and 16 is
16

First common multiples: 16, 32, 48, …

As a common denominator: multiply the top and bottom of x/8 by 2.

8 divides 16 (16 ÷ 8 = 2), so the LCM is the larger number itself.

8 = 23

16 = 24

Prime816Highest power
2232424

LCM = 24 = 16

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FAQ

What's the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 8 and 16?

LCM of 8 and 16 is 16

How to find the LCM of 8 and 16 using prime factorization?

To find the LCM of 8 and 16, find all prime factors of both numbers, then multiply the highest power of each prime factor. The result is 16.

What is the difference between LCM and GCF?

LCM (Least Common Multiple) is the smallest number divisible by both numbers, while GCF (Greatest Common Factor) is the largest number that divides both. For 8 and 16: LCM = 16, GCF = 8.