Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 130 and 14
The least common multiple (LCM) of 130 and 14 is 910.
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 14?
First, calculate the GCD of 130 and 14 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 130 ÷ 14 = 9 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 14 ÷ 4 = 3 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 171 and 190 | 1710 |
| 111 and 58 | 6438 |
| 130 and 59 | 7670 |
| 59 and 199 | 11741 |
| 173 and 175 | 30275 |