Q14: What is the least common multiple

2018 Test B Math · Question 14 of 57

What is the least common multiple of 24, 6, and 18?

  • A36
  • B48
  • C72
  • D144
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Correct answer: C

Since 18 and 24 are both multiples of 6, find the least common multiple of only 18 and 24.

Multiples of 18:

18, 36, 54, 72…

Multiples of 24:

24, 48, 72…

The least common multiple of 6, 18, and 24 is 72.