Question

find the LCM of (p-6) and (3p-6)

Answer 1

(p-6)(3p-6)

Answer 2

(3*(p-6))*(p-2)

Answer 3

I realized my mistake too late. Saifoo is correct. In general, that's the lcm. However, in special cases of p, you can get a different lcm.

Answer 4

For example, if p is even, then the lcm would be (p-6)(3p-6)/2.
If p is divisible by 3, the the lcm would be (p-6)(3p-6)/3

Answer 5

I worked it out and I got 3(p-6)(p-2). Did I make a mistake or go to far into detail with it?

Answer 6

You probably want to give that answer. If you want to be super accurate, say

3(p-6)(p-2)/g

where g=gcd((p-6), (3p-6))

Answer 7

That makes sense! Thank you!! :D

Answer 8

You're welcome.