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LCM

LCM[n₁, n₂, ...]
gives the least common multiple of the n_i.

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Integer mathematical function, suitable for both symbolic and numerical manipulation.

LCM works with ordinary and Gaussian integers.

LCM works not only with integers but also with rational numbers, both real and complex.

For rational numbers r_i, LCM[r₁, r₂, ...] gives the least rational number r for which all the r/r_i are integers.

LCM automatically threads over lists.

LCM has attributes Flat and Orderless.

Basic Examples (2)

Least common multiple of three integers:

Plot the LCM for a number with 1000:

Applications (6)

Properties & Relations (6)

Possible Issues (2)

Neat Examples (2)

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