LCM and HCF (AQA GCSE Maths): Flashcards

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LCM definition

Smallest number that all given numbers divide into exactly

HCF definition

Largest number that divides into all given numbers exactly

LCM vs HCF: key difference

LCM finds smallest multiple, HCF finds largest factor

LCM using prime factors: which to include?

All prime factors from either number

HCF using prime factors: which to include?

Only prime factors common to both numbers

LCM by listing multiples method

List multiples, find smallest in both lists

HCF by listing factors method

List factors, find largest in both lists

When is listing method simpler?

For smaller numbers

LCM(12,15)=?LCM(12, 15) = ?

6060

HCF(36,54)=?HCF(36, 54) = ?

1818

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