Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 116 and 56
The least common multiple (LCM) of 116 and 56 is 1624.
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 56?
First, calculate the GCD of 116 and 56 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 116 ÷ 56 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 56 ÷ 4 = 14 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 68 and 154 | 5236 |
| 34 and 153 | 306 |
| 156 and 36 | 468 |
| 37 and 88 | 3256 |
| 29 and 25 | 725 |