SOLUTION: Miller mows her lawn every 5 days and Jack mows every 8 days. They both mowed their lawns today. How many days will it be before they both mow their lawns on the same day?

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Question 957773: Miller mows her lawn every 5 days and Jack mows every 8 days. They both mowed their lawns today. How many days will it be before they both mow their lawns on the same day?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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In 40 days they will mow their
lawns on the same day
( 8 cycles of 5 days each ) = ( 40 days )
( 5 cycles of 8 days each ) = ( 40 days )