Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 118 and 79
The least common multiple (LCM) of 118 and 79 is 9322.
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 79?
First, calculate the GCD of 118 and 79 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 118 ÷ 79 = 1 remainder 39 |
| 2 | 79 ÷ 39 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 39 ÷ 1 = 39 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 103 and 48 | 4944 |
| 87 and 59 | 5133 |
| 61 and 61 | 61 |
| 177 and 174 | 10266 |
| 164 and 70 | 5740 |