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The least common multiple of two numbers is always greater than or equal to the largest of the numbers. Examples:

lcm(12, 6) = 12 (equal to the largest number)

lcm(18, 12) = 36 (greater than the largest number)

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The LCM is never less than the greatest number.

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Q: Is the LCM always greater or less than the two numbers given?
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