Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 106 and 104
The least common multiple (LCM) of 106 and 104 is 5512.
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 106 and 104?
First, calculate the GCD of 106 and 104 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 106 ÷ 104 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 104 ÷ 2 = 52 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 196 and 180 | 8820 |
| 73 and 135 | 9855 |
| 105 and 72 | 2520 |
| 142 and 43 | 6106 |
| 167 and 130 | 21710 |