Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 130 and 104
The least common multiple (LCM) of 130 and 104 is 520.
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 130 and 104?
First, calculate the GCD of 130 and 104 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 130 ÷ 104 = 1 remainder 26 |
| 2 | 104 ÷ 26 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 194 and 120 | 11640 |
| 148 and 41 | 6068 |
| 164 and 12 | 492 |
| 119 and 133 | 2261 |
| 156 and 112 | 4368 |