Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 128 and 18
The least common multiple (LCM) of 128 and 18 is 1152.
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 128 and 18?
First, calculate the GCD of 128 and 18 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 128 ÷ 18 = 7 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 18 ÷ 2 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 178 and 141 | 25098 |
| 141 and 152 | 21432 |
| 184 and 192 | 4416 |
| 16 and 51 | 816 |
| 150 and 147 | 7350 |