Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 129 and 126
The least common multiple (LCM) of 129 and 126 is 5418.
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 129 and 126?
First, calculate the GCD of 129 and 126 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 129 ÷ 126 = 1 remainder 3 |
| 2 | 126 ÷ 3 = 42 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 41 and 68 | 2788 |
| 130 and 34 | 2210 |
| 146 and 150 | 10950 |
| 118 and 146 | 8614 |
| 173 and 166 | 28718 |