Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 126 and 108
The least common multiple (LCM) of 126 and 108 is 756.
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 126 and 108?
First, calculate the GCD of 126 and 108 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 126 ÷ 108 = 1 remainder 18 |
| 2 | 108 ÷ 18 = 6 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 63 and 120 | 2520 |
| 187 and 11 | 187 |
| 171 and 79 | 13509 |
| 109 and 68 | 7412 |
| 61 and 185 | 11285 |