Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 106 and 94
The least common multiple (LCM) of 106 and 94 is 4982.
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 94?
First, calculate the GCD of 106 and 94 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 106 ÷ 94 = 1 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 94 ÷ 12 = 7 remainder 10 |
| 3 | 12 ÷ 10 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 10 ÷ 2 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 182 and 145 | 26390 |
| 20 and 140 | 140 |
| 141 and 58 | 8178 |
| 62 and 183 | 11346 |
| 92 and 147 | 13524 |