Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 118 and 116
The least common multiple (LCM) of 118 and 116 is 6844.
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 118 and 116?
First, calculate the GCD of 118 and 116 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 118 ÷ 116 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 116 ÷ 2 = 58 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 138 and 55 | 7590 |
| 14 and 177 | 2478 |
| 157 and 82 | 12874 |
| 84 and 189 | 756 |
| 155 and 40 | 1240 |