Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 117 and 24
The least common multiple (LCM) of 117 and 24 is 936.
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 117 and 24?
First, calculate the GCD of 117 and 24 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 117 ÷ 24 = 4 remainder 21 |
| 2 | 24 ÷ 21 = 1 remainder 3 |
| 3 | 21 ÷ 3 = 7 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 161 and 56 | 1288 |
| 65 and 189 | 12285 |
| 173 and 145 | 25085 |
| 81 and 183 | 4941 |
| 180 and 52 | 2340 |