Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 120 and 120
The least common multiple (LCM) of 120 and 120 is 120.
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 120 and 120?
First, calculate the GCD of 120 and 120 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 120 ÷ 120 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 16 and 56 | 112 |
| 130 and 95 | 2470 |
| 188 and 143 | 26884 |
| 158 and 122 | 9638 |
| 144 and 135 | 2160 |