Finite Math Examples

Find the LCM 22 , 99*0.00475/(1-(1+0.00475)^-48)
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Step 1
Multiply each number by to get rid of decimals.
Step 2
The LCM is the smallest positive number that all of the numbers divide into evenly.
1. List the prime factors of each number.
2. Multiply each factor the greatest number of times it occurs in either number.
Step 3
The prime factorization cannot be found because is not an integer.
No Prime Factorization
Step 4
The LCM of is the result of multiplying all prime factors the greatest number of times they occur in either number.
Step 5
Since we multiplied by to get rid of the decimals, divide the answer by .