Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 118 and 13
The least common multiple (LCM) of 118 and 13 is 1534.
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 13?
First, calculate the GCD of 118 and 13 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 118 ÷ 13 = 9 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 13 ÷ 1 = 13 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 154 and 159 | 24486 |
| 96 and 156 | 1248 |
| 38 and 47 | 1786 |
| 95 and 112 | 10640 |
| 194 and 138 | 13386 |