Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 124 and 25
The least common multiple (LCM) of 124 and 25 is 3100.
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 25?
First, calculate the GCD of 124 and 25 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 124 ÷ 25 = 4 remainder 24 |
| 2 | 25 ÷ 24 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 24 ÷ 1 = 24 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 197 and 171 | 33687 |
| 167 and 96 | 16032 |
| 138 and 147 | 6762 |
| 100 and 30 | 300 |
| 69 and 125 | 8625 |