Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 124 and 122
The least common multiple (LCM) of 124 and 122 is 7564.
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 124 and 122?
First, calculate the GCD of 124 and 122 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 124 ÷ 122 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 122 ÷ 2 = 61 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 93 and 151 | 14043 |
| 102 and 141 | 4794 |
| 68 and 68 | 68 |
| 105 and 163 | 17115 |
| 40 and 166 | 3320 |