Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 118 and 40
The least common multiple (LCM) of 118 and 40 is 2360.
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 40?
First, calculate the GCD of 118 and 40 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 118 ÷ 40 = 2 remainder 38 |
| 2 | 40 ÷ 38 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 38 ÷ 2 = 19 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 140 and 35 | 140 |
| 87 and 197 | 17139 |
| 59 and 150 | 8850 |
| 200 and 154 | 15400 |
| 195 and 120 | 1560 |