Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 116 and 38
The least common multiple (LCM) of 116 and 38 is 2204.
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 38?
First, calculate the GCD of 116 and 38 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 116 ÷ 38 = 3 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 38 ÷ 2 = 19 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 17 and 113 | 1921 |
| 72 and 77 | 5544 |
| 125 and 60 | 1500 |
| 12 and 87 | 348 |
| 120 and 59 | 7080 |