Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 110 and 18
The least common multiple (LCM) of 110 and 18 is 990.
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 110 and 18?
First, calculate the GCD of 110 and 18 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 110 ÷ 18 = 6 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 18 ÷ 2 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 62 and 141 | 8742 |
| 168 and 176 | 3696 |
| 184 and 35 | 6440 |
| 18 and 30 | 90 |
| 197 and 87 | 17139 |