Details for problem "Determine gcd and lcm by comparing multiples & divisors"
Quickname: 4978
Suitable for K-12 grades: Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7
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Summary
For two given numbers, the gcd and lcm are determined by comparing lists of multiples or divisors
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Description
Two numbers are given. For these numbers, either the greatest common divisor (gcd) or least common multiple (lcm) have to be determined. The problem generator can be configured to ask only for one of them, or for both in a random fashion.
For this problem type, the straightforward approach to compare
- the lists of divisors for both numbers to look for the greatest number that appears in both lists to determine the greatest common divisor
- the lists of multiples for both numbers to look for the first = least number that appears in both lists to determine the least common multiple
The number range can be chosen, and the number of problems presented is selectable.
Optionally, as a hint, the first few multiples (for the lcm) or divisors (for the gcd) can be given with the problem.
Topics: Arithmetic Divisibility
Tags: Division Multiplication
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Customization options for this problem
Number of problems
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Ask for...
gcd and lcm, gcd, lcm
Number range of product
50, 80, 100, 200, 500, 1000
Provide first few items of lists
Yes, No
Explain lcm and gcd
Yes, No
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