What is the smallest possible number which will give a remainder of 2 when divided by either 5 or 12?
Multiples of 5: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60
Multiples of 12: 12, 24, 36, 48, 60
Lowest common multiple of 5 and 12 = 60
Smallest possible number
= 60 + 2
= 62
Answer(s): 62