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In mathematics, the lowest common denominator or least common denominator (abbreviated LCD) is the least common multiple of the denominators of a set of fractions. It simplifies adding, subtracting, and comparing fractions. == Description == The least common denominator of a set of fractions is the least number that is a multiple of all the denominators: their least common multiple. The product of the denominators is always a common denominator, as in: : but it's not always the least common denominator, as in: : Here, 36 is the least common multiple of 12 and 18. Their product, 216, is also a common denominator, but calculating with that denominator involves larger numbers: . With variables rather than numbers, the same principles apply:〔 : Some methods of calculating the LCD are at Least common multiple#Computing the least common multiple. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア(Wikipedia)』 ■ウィキペディアで「Lowest common denominator」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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