Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 126 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 126 and 96 is 2016.
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 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 126 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 126 ÷ 96 = 1 remainder 30 |
| 2 | 96 ÷ 30 = 3 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 30 ÷ 6 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 112 and 141 | 15792 |
| 148 and 169 | 25012 |
| 133 and 48 | 6384 |
| 51 and 107 | 5457 |
| 163 and 111 | 18093 |