Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 103 and 34
The least common multiple (LCM) of 103 and 34 is 3502.
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 103 and 34?
First, calculate the GCD of 103 and 34 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 103 ÷ 34 = 3 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 34 ÷ 1 = 34 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 160 and 170 | 2720 |
| 147 and 168 | 1176 |
| 183 and 120 | 7320 |
| 108 and 93 | 3348 |
| 125 and 154 | 19250 |