Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 119 and 56
The least common multiple (LCM) of 119 and 56 is 952.
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 119 and 56?
First, calculate the GCD of 119 and 56 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 119 ÷ 56 = 2 remainder 7 |
| 2 | 56 ÷ 7 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 17 and 115 | 1955 |
| 31 and 111 | 3441 |
| 36 and 81 | 324 |
| 111 and 31 | 3441 |
| 141 and 179 | 25239 |