Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 10 and 20
The least common multiple (LCM) of 10 and 20 is 20.
What is the Least Common Multiple (LCM)?
The LCM of two integers is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by both numbers. It is often used to find common denominators and solve problems involving periodic events.
Formula for LCM
The LCM of two numbers can be calculated using their GCD:
LCM(a, b) = |a × b| ÷ GCD(a, b)
How to Calculate the LCM of 10 and 20?
First, calculate the GCD of 10 and 20 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10 ÷ 20 = 0 remainder 10 |
| 2 | 20 ÷ 10 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 99 and 141 | 4653 |
| 112 and 117 | 13104 |
| 144 and 99 | 1584 |
| 159 and 144 | 7632 |
| 17 and 61 | 1037 |