Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 12 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 12 and 48 is 48.
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 12 and 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 12 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 12 ÷ 48 = 0 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 48 ÷ 12 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 145 and 148 | 21460 |
| 56 and 180 | 2520 |
| 83 and 173 | 14359 |
| 147 and 189 | 1323 |
| 63 and 131 | 8253 |