Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 128 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 128 and 96 is 384.
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 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 128 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 128 ÷ 96 = 1 remainder 32 |
| 2 | 96 ÷ 32 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 125 and 15 | 375 |
| 148 and 53 | 7844 |
| 143 and 27 | 3861 |
| 131 and 148 | 19388 |
| 168 and 199 | 33432 |