Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 100 and 2
The least common multiple (LCM) of 100 and 2 is 100.
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 100 and 2?
First, calculate the GCD of 100 and 2 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 ÷ 2 = 50 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 65 and 69 | 4485 |
| 71 and 81 | 5751 |
| 170 and 82 | 6970 |
| 134 and 184 | 12328 |
| 102 and 86 | 4386 |