Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 106 and 34
The least common multiple (LCM) of 106 and 34 is 1802.
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 34?
First, calculate the GCD of 106 and 34 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 106 ÷ 34 = 3 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 34 ÷ 4 = 8 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 18 and 145 | 2610 |
| 144 and 49 | 7056 |
| 152 and 29 | 4408 |
| 51 and 142 | 7242 |
| 169 and 47 | 7943 |