Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 116 and 29
The least common multiple (LCM) of 116 and 29 is 116.
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 116 and 29?
First, calculate the GCD of 116 and 29 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 116 ÷ 29 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 108 and 145 | 15660 |
| 199 and 25 | 4975 |
| 21 and 63 | 63 |
| 73 and 162 | 11826 |
| 19 and 33 | 627 |