need to compare 2 columns and create a third

[smokem14]

I am not good at formula's in Excel and cannot figure out this very simple problem

I have 2 columns of numbers.

I need to have Excel take the lesser number in each column..... for each row....

AND.... place that number in a third column...!!!!!

Again... I know this is very elementary.... but I am danged if I can remember how I did this
the last time I needed it.... 8-10 years ago...

Thank You all in advance

[FDibbins]

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