Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 118 and 64
The least common multiple (LCM) of 118 and 64 is 3776.
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 64?
First, calculate the GCD of 118 and 64 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 118 ÷ 64 = 1 remainder 54 |
| 2 | 64 ÷ 54 = 1 remainder 10 |
| 3 | 54 ÷ 10 = 5 remainder 4 |
| 4 | 10 ÷ 4 = 2 remainder 2 |
| 5 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 80 and 138 | 5520 |
| 27 and 30 | 270 |
| 81 and 86 | 6966 |
| 136 and 35 | 4760 |
| 139 and 43 | 5977 |