Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 105 and 35
The least common multiple (LCM) of 105 and 35 is 105.
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 105 and 35?
First, calculate the GCD of 105 and 35 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 105 ÷ 35 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 154 and 199 | 30646 |
| 14 and 138 | 966 |
| 152 and 195 | 29640 |
| 130 and 13 | 130 |
| 18 and 163 | 2934 |