Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 117 and 52
The least common multiple (LCM) of 117 and 52 is 468.
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 52?
First, calculate the GCD of 117 and 52 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 117 ÷ 52 = 2 remainder 13 |
| 2 | 52 ÷ 13 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 126 and 91 | 1638 |
| 36 and 123 | 1476 |
| 185 and 135 | 4995 |
| 156 and 191 | 29796 |
| 183 and 12 | 732 |