Mathematics Terms

2 words in this vocabulary list

gauge least common multiple

gauge

noun a tool or instrument for measuring or indicating quantity or extent

verb to estimate or determine the magnitude, amount, or volume of something

  • The engineer used a precise gauge to measure the dimensions of the metal sheet.
  • Can you check the tire pressure gauge before we hit the road?
  • I need to get a feel for the situation before I can gauge how to proceed.
  • Her facial expressions were a gauge of her true feelings about the situation.

least common multiple

noun a mathematical term referring to the smallest common multiple of two or more numbers

  • The least common multiple of 6 and 8 is 24.
  • To find the least common multiple, just multiply the numbers together.
  • The LCM of those two numbers is basically just the smallest number they both go into evenly.
  • In order to work together efficiently, we need to find the least common multiple of our schedules.