Math Problem Statement
Apples come in boxes of 36 and Pears come in boxes of 20, a shop wants to purchase equal quantities of apples and pears. How many boxes of each should they buy to get equal quantities of each for the lowest possible price?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Least Common Multiple (LCM)
Prime Factorization
Formulas
LCM(a, b) = Highest Powers of All Prime Factors
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8