Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 102 and 51
The least common multiple (LCM) of 102 and 51 is 102.
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 102 and 51?
First, calculate the GCD of 102 and 51 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 102 ÷ 51 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 197 and 153 | 30141 |
| 166 and 167 | 27722 |
| 110 and 161 | 17710 |
| 48 and 136 | 816 |
| 138 and 46 | 138 |