Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 128 and 55
The least common multiple (LCM) of 128 and 55 is 7040.
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 55?
First, calculate the GCD of 128 and 55 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 128 ÷ 55 = 2 remainder 18 |
| 2 | 55 ÷ 18 = 3 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 18 ÷ 1 = 18 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 118 and 117 | 13806 |
| 76 and 68 | 1292 |
| 132 and 73 | 9636 |
| 42 and 58 | 1218 |
| 56 and 124 | 1736 |