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How to Find the LCM and GCF Instructional VideoHow to Find the LCM and GCF Instructional Video
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How to Find the LCM and GCF

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Two students have a conversation about the least common multiple (LCM) and greatest common factor (GCF). They briefly describe and give examples of how to find both the LCM and GCF. Note: The dialogue may be difficult to understand, however, subtitles are included.

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greatest common factor, least common denominator, least common multiple

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lcm, gcf, least common multiple, greatest common factor, math
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Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
1:38
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Flipped Classroom
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BY-SA: 3.0
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